Lot 32
  • 32

Thomas Hart Benton

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Thomas Hart Benton
  • Construction Workers
  • oil on paper
  • 9 by 6 3/4 inches
  • (22.9 by 17.1 cm)
  • Painted circa 1923.

Provenance

William Neuse, New York (acquired from the artist)
By descent from the above to John Neuse (his son)
Private Collection, Connecticut (acquired from the above, 1976)
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, April 5, 2012, lot 129
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

Surface generally in good condition, with some fine craquelure at top right. Under ultraviolet light: a small spot of inpainting to address craquelure at upper right. Four small pieces of old linen tape at each corner verso; hinged to mat with two pieces of archival tape at top edge left and right.
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.