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Emile Claus
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Emile Claus
- La chasse
- signed Emile Claus lower left and on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 73 by 113cm., 28¼ by 44½in.
Provenance
Sale: Sotheby's London, 14 June 2005, lot 249
Purchased at the above sale
Purchased at the above sale
Condition
The original canvas has not been lined and is somewhat loose on its stretcher, notably in the upper right corner. This could benefit from some light tapping out. A narrow wooden baton has been nailed onto the upper edge to better fit the frame. There are two small nail holes in the upper left and right corner respectively with some associated paint loss. Other small, isolated spots of paint flaking are visible in the lower left corner and in the upper left and right corner. The latter could benefit from some consolidation.
Ultra-violet light reveals strokes of cosmetic retouching along the extreme framing edges. However, the main composition remains untouched. This work is overall in good condition.
Presented in a decorative gilt 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."