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Harold Sterner
Estimate
300 - 500 USD
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Description
- Harold Sterner
- Painter by the Sea; Bicyclist on the Beach; and Two Jockeys: Three Works
- Each signed with the initials H.S. (lower right)
- Each oil on board
- 10 1/4 by 16 in.; 8 by 14 1/4 in.; 6 5/8 by 12 in.
- 26 by 40.6 cm; 20.3 by 36.2 cm; 16.8 by 30.5 cm
Condition
Painter by the Sea: Streaky, unevenly applied varnish. Blue pigment along the horizon line has been amended over the varnish, potentially by the artist. Ready to hang.
Bicyclist on the Beach: There is a stable web of minor craquelure over the picture plane. Abrasions and accompanying losses at the edges, especially the lower edge. Surface dirt and dust. No apparent inpainting visible under UV light. Ready to hang.
Two Jockeys: Surface dirt and dust. A dirty, unevenly applied varnish. Abrasions at the extreme edges. No apparent inpainting under UV light. Ready to hang.
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.