- 82
Georg Kolbe
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Georg Kolbe
- Sitzende
- Signed with the initials GK (lower left)
- Sepia wash, pencil and crayon on paper
- 19 1/4 by 13 1/2 in.
- 49 by 34.3 cm
- Executed circa 1924-1928.
Condition
Pencil and watercolor on paper. Sheet is hinged to mat by linen tape at top edge, verso is visible. Recto: Surface in generally good condition. Some mat and light stain. Scattered fox marks. Verso: Scattered fox marks visible.
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.
Catalogue Note
In 1924-1928 Georg Kolbe designed a series of large sepia drawings after a female model with short hair in extremely posed positions. Some of these drawings, like this one, are combined with fine crayon lines.