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Charles Théodore Frère
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Charles Théodore Frère
- Passage du Nil
- signed TH. FRÈRE (lower left)
- oil on panel
- 9 3/4 by 16 1/8 in.; 24.8 by 41 cm
Provenance
Goupil & Cie, New York
Condition
Oil on panel. The panel is beveled and very slightly convex. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from a minor vertical line of disturbance in the upper right corner of the work, some very minor abrasions and associated losses at the extreme edges, and a slightly yellowed varnish. There is an area in the sky, to the left of the leftmost palm, that has inpainting visible to the naked eye. Under UV light, there are a few scattered areas of inpainting, mainly along the edges. In overall good condition.
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.