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Alphaeus Philemon Cole
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Alphaeus Philemon Cole
- The Artist, by Himself
- signed Alphaeus P. Cole, inscribed By himself, and dated March 20, 1893 lower right
- charcoal on paper
- 14 by 10 1/4 in.
- 35.4 by 26 cm
Provenance
Kennedy Galleries, Inc., New York
Paul Magriel, New York
Paul Magriel, New York
Condition
The work has been heavily restored; a sheet of Japanned paper has been glued to the back to reinforce losses along the upper edge and a few tears in the lower part and along the right side of the sheet. Sheet is hinged to backing with two pieces of white tape along the upper edge verso.
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.