- 824
Frederik Hendrik Kaemmerer
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Frederik Hendrik Kaemmerer
- The Lute Player
- signed FHKaemmerer (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 25 3/4 by 19 3/4 in.; 65.4 by 50.2 cm
Condition
Oil on canvas with a thick wax lining. Colors are bright and fresh. A very thin, fine web of craquelure visible throughout the picture plane. More pronounced craquelure visible in the lower quarter of the picture. Under UV light: Scattered areas of inpainting visible, particularly around the edges of the picture and the right of the figure's face.
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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.