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Provenance

Georg Kleis, Copenhagen Sale: Sotheby's, London, 15 June 2004, lot 358 (purchased by the present owner) Condition As visible in the catalogue illustration, there is horizontal craquelure following the grain of the wood. Under UV light there are areas with fine strokes of retouching, notably in the lower part of her dress, addressing thin scratches in the upper, left, and right corners, and minor spots in the door and frame.<br><br>Held in a 20th Century gold-painted 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. 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."

Catalog summary

Carl Holsøe the reader signed C. Holsöe lower left oil on panel 70 by 62.5cm., 27½ by 24½in. Provenance Georg Kleis, Copenhagen Sale: Sotheby's, London, 15 June 2004, lot 358 (purchased by the present owner) Condition As visible in the catalogue illustration, there is horizontal craquelure following the grain of the wood. Under UV light there are areas with fine strokes of retouching, notably in the lower part of her dress, addressing thin scratches in the upper, left, and right corners, and minor spots in the door and frame.<br><br>Held in a 20th Century gold-painted 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. 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."