The first:The medium is oil on canvas. The canvas is not lined. The work is in good overall condition. There is buckling to the canvas. There is minor paint separation, mostly in the lower portion of the picture plain. There are some small losses by the musician's foot, lower right. There is no apparent inpainting under UV. The second:The medium is oil on canvas, the canvas is not lined. The work is in good overall condiition. There is buckling to the canvas. There are some areas where the work is lightly painted; in others the impasto is welll retained. Under UV it appears that the T and Z of the signature are reinforced.
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.