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R*** Gallici
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- R*** Gallici
- Large Panoramas of urban views, probably in America
- one, titled and signed on a flag lower right PANORAMA von R. GALLICI
- Tempera on paper, a pair
- 88,5 x 234 cm and 88,5 x 249,5cm ; 34 3/4 by 92 1/8 in. and 34 3/4 by 8 1/4 in.
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
The artist could have been inspired by the German colonies who settled in the United States, especially in Pennsylvania where 270 000 German people were identified in 1790. In the 1830s, Philadelphia counted several German schools, associations and newspapers.
The buildings represented here have not been identified. They could simply show restructured or imaginary views.
The buildings represented here have not been identified. They could simply show restructured or imaginary views.