- 770
French School, 19th Century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- French School, 19th century
- Still life with a Sturgeon, Oysters, Lettuce and a Basket of Fish on a Table
- oil on canvas
- 33 7/8 by 43 1/8 in.; 86 by 109.5 cm
Provenance
Acquired in France in the mid-1980s by the present owner
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The surface is covered in a stable web of fine craquelure. Uneven areas of shiny and Matt surface are visible throughout, Likely related to previous retouching. A small area of loss at upper center and along the upper left edge. Some minor abrasion at upper center as well. Under UV light the majority of the work is covered by a green fluorescing varnish that obscures the picture surface. In the areas of previously mentioned matte paint there does appear to be older restoration. Additional retouching to craquelure, especially in the still life at lower left, is visible. In overall good condition and ready to hang in its current state.
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.