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Augusta Dohlmann
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Augusta Dohlmann
- Foxgloves
- signed Augusta Dohlmann and dated 96 (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 40 by 27 1/8 in.
- 101.6 by 69 cm
Provenance
The Estate of E. Franklin Robbins (and sold, Sotheby's, New York, February 20, 1992, lot 250, illustrated)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
This work is in original unlined condition. The surface is fresh and bright and presents well. There is minor surface dirt and dust; a few isolated pinpoint dots of discoloration; and finely patterned, stable craquelure visible in the flowers and foliage. Under UV: varnish fluoresces green unevenly. Finely applied dashes of retouching are widely scattered in the leaves, sky and around the horizon at left; and there are isolated fine retouches and areas of strengthening in the flowers and leaves. Some of the pink pigments remain active and fluoresce.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.