Sale: Lempertz, 20 May 2000, lot 1045
Colnaghi, London (by 2002)
Purchased from the above by the present owner

Friedrich von Boetticher, Malerwerke des neunzehnten Jahrhunderts, Minden, 1974, p. 540, no. 8 (as Das Forum Romanum nach den neuesten Ausgrabungen)

The canvas has not been lined. It is somewhat loose in the lower right corner and it could benefit from some light tapping-out. There is a fine pattern of craquelure throughout and two very small spots of paint flaking in the extreme upper edge. Ultra-violet light reveals some very small scattered spots of retouching and areas of uneven fluorescence, notably in the sky in the upper right, which appear to be attributable to the artist's working method or to some past work of restoration. This work is overall in good condition and ready to hang. Presented in a decorative gilt frame.
"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.
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