Lot 69
  • 69

Blas Olleros Quintana

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Blas Olleros Quintana
  • The Persian Bath
  • signed Blas Olleros / Florencia upper right
  • oil on canvas
  • 123.5 by 92cm., 48¾ by 36¼in.

Provenance

Emery Blum & Co., New York
Zaharoff Co., New York (purchased from the above on 15 December 1941)
Private collection, Germany (sale: Sotheby's, London, 11 June 2012, lot 70)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There are visible lines of scattered craquelure throughout. Ultra-violet light reveals areas of old residual varnish which make the surface quite difficult to read. However, lines of in-painting are visible in the aforementioned craquelure and some other scattered small spots are visible throughout. This picture is in good overall condition and is ready to hang. 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.
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