LOT DETAILS

Materials:

oil on canvas

Size Notes:

Unframed: 60 by 40cm., 23½ by 15¾in. The canvas has a floating dust lining and the original canvas is providing a strong and stable support to the paint surface. There is some fine paint separation visible to the background otherwise the work appears in good condition, ready to hang. Examination under ultra-violet light reveals retouching to the upper and lower framing edge, and scattered tiny spots of retouching notably to the background and upper body. There is a thin small horizontal line of retouching to the left of his nose, measuring approximately 2cm. "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."

Description:

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Markings:

signed F. Kosler lower left

Condition:

Unframed: 60 by 40cm., 23½ by 15¾in. The canvas has a floating dust lining and the original canvas is providing a strong and stable support to the paint surface. There is some fine paint separation visible to the background otherwise the work appears in good condition, ready to hang. Examination under ultra-violet light reveals retouching to the upper and lower framing edge, and scattered tiny spots of retouching notably to the background and upper body. There is a thin small horizontal line of retouching to the left of his nose, measuring approximately 2cm. "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."

Provenance:

Sale: Campo & Campo, Antwerp, 22 March 2011, lot 150 Private collection, Belgium