Lot 191
  • 191

Walter L. Steward

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description

  • Walter L. Steward
  • Trompe L'Oeil, Bear's Head
  • signed W. L. Steward (lower right)
  • oil on paper board
  • 12 by 9 inches
  • (30.5 by 22.9 cm)

Provenance

Private Collection
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1992

Condition

Surface: In generally good condition aside from areas of loss along left vertical edge and small area to right of ear. UNDER UV: Two areas of inpainting to the left and right of the bear's ears and a small dot of inpainting on the bear's upper nose.
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.