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John Francis Sartorius
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- John Francis Sartorius
- A Hunter and a Retriever in an Extensive Wooded Landscape
- signed J.F. Sartorius and dated 1827 lower right
- oil on canvas
- 25 by 30 in.
- 63.5 by 76.2 cm
oil on canvas
Provenance
Sale: Christie's, New York, June 10, 1983, lot 70
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. surface dirt and a dirty varnish, especially evident in center sky. Stable web of craquelure with associated losses especially in aforementioned center sky and lower right quadrant especially. Lifting, flaking and losses along the lower left edge. Under UV scattered spots of inpainting are visible throughout picture plane. Inpainting in the center sky suggests a previous tear.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.