Lot 367
  • 367

Max Liebermann

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • Max Liebermann
  • Am Strand (On the Beach)
  • signed M Liebermann (lower left)
  • pastel on paper
  • 26.4 by 32.6cm., 10 3/8 by 12 3/4 in.

Provenance

F. Glaser, Bremen and South Africa
Clara Reyersbach, London
Mrs M. E. Glaser, Johannesburg (acquired from the above by 1972)
Ursula Hammerschlag (by descent from the above)
Thence by descent to the present owner in 2014

Condition

Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down. The sheet is attached to the mount at two places along the upper edge. The sheet is slightly time-stained and there is some mount staining along the lower and left edges. There are signs of frame rubbing to all four edges. There is a cluster of small specks of pigment loss in the cloud in the upper right and a small surface scratch just to the right of the cloud. There are remnants of old framers tape visible along the verso of the upper edge. This work is in overall good 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."