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Bohemian School, 19th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Bohemian School, 19th Century
- The Western Wall, Jerusalem and Die Alt-Neuschule, Prag: Two Reverse Glass Paintings
- the first, inscribed Klagemauer der Juden in Jerusalem / The Wall of Lamentation of the Jews in Jerusalem / Mur de pleurs des juifs a Jerusalem and in Yiddish (lower edge)
the second, titled Die Alt-Neuschule, Prag and in Yiddish (lower center) - ink on tinted glass
- the first, sight: 10 1/2 by 12 1/4 in.; 26.7 by 31 cm.
- the second, sight: 14 1/2 by 9 1/4 in.; 36.8 by 23.5 cm.
Provenance
Acquired near Manchester, England by the present owner
Condition
Ink on gold tinted glass. There are losses to the black painted orders on both works. Some of the gold pigment comes through. Additional disturbances scattered in the composition. There is a black discoloration at the center of the Western Wall work. Each framed and ready to hang.
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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.