LOT DETAILS
Materials:
Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gilt-metal frame
Measurements:
37.40 in. (95.00 cm.) (height) by 28.35 in. (72.00 cm.) (width)
Condition:
Some fading but surface good. "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."
Exhibited:
Darmstadt, 1914,; no. D. 72 (lent by Siegmund Seligmann);;
Hannover, 1918, no. 224 (lent by Siegmund Seligmann)
Literature:
Biermann, 1914, vol. II, p. LXXXIII, p. 696, no. 1204, illust.
Provenance:
Siegmund Seligmann (d. 1925), Hanover, by 1914;; <br>sale, Geneva, Christie's, 14 May 1985, lot 80 (one of two)