Lot 97
  • 97

Hermann Kretzschmer

Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description

  • Hermann Kretzschmer
  • Simoom in the desert
  • Signed and dated lower left JHKretzschmer 8 August 1842 and bears a stamp lower right
  • Pencil and brown wash on paper, unframed
  • 32 x 47,2 cm ; 12 5/8  by 18 5/8 in.
dessin préparatoire au fusain et rehaut de lavis brun,
monogrammé en bas à droite, signé et daté en bas à gauche 8 aout 1842

Condition

- loose sheet of paper - small foxing spots and traces of dirt scattered on the surface Good overall condition.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Kretzschmer represents the Simoom, a hot and violent wind which strikes in North Africa and in the Arabian desert. Kretzschmer executed a painting with the same composition in 1844 (kept in the Museum der bildenden Künsten, Leipzig).