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Adham Wanly
Estimate
22,000 - 28,000 USD
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Description
- Adham Wanly
- Cheveaux Hongrois au Cirque (Hungarian Horse at the Circus)
- signed and dated E. Wanly '53
- oil on panel
- 53 by 74cm.; 20 7/8 by 29 1/8 in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Alexandria (acquired directly from the artist)
Private Collection, Cairo (acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2007)
Private Collection, Cairo (acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2007)
Exhibited
Venice, 28th Venice Biennale, 1956
Condition
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. There is minor discolouration of the varnish throughout, which can be removed through restoration. There is no restoration apparent when viewed under UV light,
Colour:
The catalogue illustration is accurate. However the overall tonality is less bright and more subtle in the original work, possibly due to the discolouration of the varnish,
"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."