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Johannes Helder (1842 - 1913)
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Johannes Helder
- MAN WITH A SILVER PISTOL
- oil on canvas
signed and dated in lower left Johann Helder, 1890
Provenance
Martha Richardson Fine Art, Boston;
Private Collection.
Private Collection.
Condition
In good condition overall. Some abrasions along edges of canvas and across the top right,
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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.
Catalogue Note
Johannes Helder (1842-1913) was a Dutch artist who was active in Rotterdam and Leiden. He was known primarily for interior views, but did a number of trompe l’oeil pictures.
A similar trompe l’oeil painting of a man peering through a green door was sold at Sotheby's New York, Important Americana, January 21-22, 2011, sale 8710, lot 341.
A similar trompe l’oeil painting of a man peering through a green door was sold at Sotheby's New York, Important Americana, January 21-22, 2011, sale 8710, lot 341.