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R. Arnold
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- R. Arnold
- Vanitas Still Life with Musical Instruments, A Globe and Other Objects
- signed lower right: Arnold. fec
inscribed on a piece of parchment lower right: IDEM PRAES TANT IN TABULA ORDO ET DISPOSITO QUOD IN MUSICA HARMONIA - oil on canvas
- 42 1/2 by 71 1/2 in.; 108 by 181.6 cm.
Provenance
With Peter Tillou, New York.
Condition
Oil on canvas, with an old lining, such that the canvas is somewhat relaxed on the stretcher. The picture surface is in generally good condition, clean and fresh, with a minor small web of craquelure. Under UV light, scattered small inpaints along the extreme edges as well as scattered throughout the work. There is some inpainting around the glass at center. Additional dashes of inapint visible in the curtain at upper left
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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.