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Franz Anton von Scheidel
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Franz Anton von Scheidel
- Study of four snakes: Muraena Coeca and Coluber Atropos
- Pen and grey and brown ink and watercolour over black chalk;
bears inscription, upper left: R. Colsmann
The snakes identified in Latin and German
Provenance
New York, Sotheby's, 20 January 1982, lot 163;
New York, Sotheby's, 10 January 1995, lot 115
New York, Sotheby's, 10 January 1995, lot 115
Condition
Hinge mounted. The paper has yellowed somewhat. There are areas of minor surface dirt throughout and a light brown stain to the lower left corner. Otherwise in predominantly good condition with the medium fresh. Sold in a modern, wood frame.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."