LOT DETAILS

Materials:

oil on canvas

Size Notes:

Unframed: 82 by 122.5cm., 32¼ by 48¼in. The canvas has not been lined. There is a pattern of craquelure visible. There are some losses to a small area of approximately 3.5cm to the centre lower edge. There is a discoloured varnish layer which is visible under ultra-violet light. There does not appear to be any retouching or restoration. "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."

Edition:

The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Association Felix Ziem, represented by Mathias Ary Jan, David Pluskwa and Gérard Fabre and it will be included in the catalogue raisonné.

Description:

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Markings:

signed Ziem lower right

Condition:

Unframed: 82 by 122.5cm., 32¼ by 48¼in. The canvas has not been lined. There is a pattern of craquelure visible. There are some losses to a small area of approximately 3.5cm to the centre lower edge. There is a discoloured varnish layer which is visible under ultra-violet light. There does not appear to be any retouching or restoration. "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."

Literature:

Pierre Miquel, Félix Ziem 1821-1911, Maurs-la-Jolie, 1978, vol. VIII, p. 210, no. 1516 (as Vue de Constantinople) Anne Burdin-Hellebranth, Félix Ziem, 1821-1911, 1998, vol. II, p. 235, no. 1536, illustrated

Provenance:

Bernheim Jeune & Fils, Rue Laffitte, Paris Felix Gerard Fils, Paris Sale: Christie's, London, 23 June 1906, lot 174 Sale: Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 21 June 1977, lot 40 Schweitzer Galleries, New York DJR Fine arts, Maryland Purchased from the above by James DeGeorge, Texas in 1980 (until 2021)