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Gyula Tornai
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gyula Tornai
- The Coffee Seller
- signed TORNAI upper right
- oil on panel
- 127 by 74cm., 50 by 29in.
Provenance
Private collection, Hungary
Purchased by the present owner from the above in circa 2006
Purchased by the present owner from the above in circa 2006
Condition
The panel is somewhat undulated and has been reinforced along its left edge with two triangular wedges and an additional extremely thin layer of panel, which appear to be addressing a circular split in the upper left quadrant (as visible on the front of the composition). There are also some minor scattered lines of craquelure. Inspection under ultra-violet light reveals an un-even layer of residual varnish which makes the surface quite difficult to read. However, there is no visible sign of retouching. Overall, this work presents well and is ready to hang.
Presented in a simple gilt frame.
"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."