Lot 67
  • 67

John Frederick Peto

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • John Frederick Peto
  • Still Life with an Orange
  • signed J.F. Peto and dated 99 (lower right)
  • oil on board
  • 6 by 8 7/8 inches
  • (15.2 by 22.5 cm)

Provenance

Private collection, acquired before 1975
Private collection (by descent; sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 24, 2001, lot 96)
Acquired by the present owner at the above sale

Condition

This work is in very good condition. There is some minor craquelure in the upper left background. Under UV: there is inpainting to frame abrasion at the edges, some thin lines of inpainting and small touchups near the upper corners.
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.