Gustave de Smet
La Moisson
Lot #465 |
2016-02-04 |
Sotheby's, London
Impressionist & Modern Art Day Sale
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
GBP 15,000 - 20,000 (currency of sale)
USD 21,945 - 29,260 (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 European Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 62.2 by 77.2cm., 24 1/2 by 30 3/8 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
62.2
Width In Centimeters:
77.2
Height In Inches:
24.5
Width In Inches:
30.375
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Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the father of the present owner in January 1937
Literature
Piet Boyens, Gust. De Smet, Chronique et Analyse de l'Ĺ“uvre , Antwerp, 1989, no. 1081, illustrated p. 424 Condition The canvas is lined. UV examination reveals no signs of retouching. There are a few spots of paint loss, the larger of which is approx 1cm wide, to the brown pigment towards the centre of the right edge and some flecks of paint losses in places. There are scattered stable fine lines of craquelure. This work is in overall good conditon. "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
Gustave de Smet La Moisson signed Gust. De Smet (lower left) oil on canvas 62.2 by 77.2cm., 24 1/2 by 30 3/8 in. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by the father of the present owner in January 1937 Literature Piet Boyens, Gust. De Smet, Chronique et Analyse de l'Ĺ“uvre , Antwerp, 1989, no. 1081, illustrated p. 424 Condition The canvas is lined. UV examination reveals no signs of retouching. There are a few spots of paint loss, the larger of which is approx 1cm wide, to the brown pigment towards the centre of the right edge and some flecks of paint losses in places. There are scattered stable fine lines of craquelure. This work is in overall good conditon. "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."