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Franz Biberstein 1850-1930
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Franz Biberstein
- World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago
- signed Biberstein and dated 1893, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 36 by 54 in.
- (91.4 by 137.2 cm)
Provenance
The Jordan-Volpe Gallery, New York
The Daiwa Bank Group
Argosy Gallery, New York
Sale: Christie's, New York, September 27, 1996, lot 153, illustrated in color
Acquired by the present owner at the above sale
The Daiwa Bank Group
Argosy Gallery, New York
Sale: Christie's, New York, September 27, 1996, lot 153, illustrated in color
Acquired by the present owner at the above sale
Condition
Generally good condition; lined; under UV: two spots of retouch in upper left sky, a 4 inch vertical repaired tear in lower left corner, 1 ½ inch thin line of inpainting in lower left, a 2 inch horizontal possible repaired tear in lower right, a 1 ½ inch probable repaired tear in tree in lower center, and a few other minor retouches, particularly in sky.
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.