Rittergutsbesitzer Simon, Lossow, near Frankfurt-an-der-Oder (purchased from the artist in 1920); thence by descent to the present owner

This condition report has been provided by Hamish Dewar, Hamish Dewar Ltd. Fine Art Conservation, 14 Masons Yard, Duke Street, St James's, London SW1Y 6BU. Structural Condition The canvas is unlined and is supported on what appears to be it's original wooden keyed stretcher. This is providing a stable and secure structural support. Paint Surface The painting has a relatively even varnish layer. Inspection under ultra-violet light shows two areas of retouching in the lower left and right corners. There are several other small scattered spots of retouching throughout the paint surface, most notably in the upper left quadrant of the sky. Summary This work appears to be in good and stable condition with no further work required for reasons of conservation.
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