Lovis Corinth
Blumen (Flowers) , 1923 (Executed)
Lot #396 |
2016-02-04 |
Sotheby's, London
Impressionist & Modern Art Day Sale
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
GBP 50,000 - 70,000 (currency of sale)
USD 73,151 - 102,411 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L16004
Auction name: Impressionist & Modern Art Day Sale
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2016-02-04
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: 20th Century German Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 48.6 by 61.5cm., 19 1/8 by 24 1/4 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
48.6
Width In Centimeters:
61.5
Height In Inches:
19.173
Width In Inches:
24.409
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Year notes: Executed in 1923.
Provenance
Erich Josef Goeritz, Berlin (acquired directly from the artist by 1925) Thence by descent to the present owner Condition Executed on thick cream wove paper, not laid down. The edges are deckled and the sheet is time stained. There is some shrinkage visible in the thickest areas of the dark blue pigment at the centre of the composition. There are remnants of old framing tape along the verso of the upper edge. The colours are fresh and vibrant and this work is in overall good condition. "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
Lovis Corinth Blumen (Flowers) signed Lovis Corinth , dated 18 MaiĀ 1923. (lower left) gouache on paper 48.6 by 61.5cm., 19 1/8 by 24 1/4 in. Provenance Erich Josef Goeritz, Berlin (acquired directly from the artist by 1925) Thence by descent to the present owner Condition Executed on thick cream wove paper, not laid down. The edges are deckled and the sheet is time stained. There is some shrinkage visible in the thickest areas of the dark blue pigment at the centre of the composition. There are remnants of old framing tape along the verso of the upper edge. The colours are fresh and vibrant and this work is in overall good condition. "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."