Provenance
Hadassah "K" Gallery, Tel Aviv Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Gouache on paper. Paper is hinged by linen tape at top.Surface in generally good condition, aside from some minor cracking in dark pigment at proper center. A few pin dot areas of loss in upper left quandrant. A quarter-inch tear at upper left corner that has been repaired. Verso: some handling creases and pigment visible. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalog summary
Issachar Ber Ryback The Matchmaker signed I. Ryback (lower right) Gouache on paper 13 1/2 by 19 3/4 in. 34.3 by 50.2 cm Provenance Hadassah "K" Gallery, Tel Aviv Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Gouache on paper. Paper is hinged by linen tape at top.Surface in generally good condition, aside from some minor cracking in dark pigment at proper center. A few pin dot areas of loss in upper left quandrant. A quarter-inch tear at upper left corner that has been repaired. Verso: some handling creases and pigment visible. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.