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Provenance

Carl Raynold Palmer; sold by his estate, Doyle, New York, November 6, 1997, lot 41 Sale: Rago Arts and Auction Center, Lambertville, New Jersey, December 6, 2008, lot 112 Condition Oil on canvas, not lined. The canvas is somewhat slack on the stretcher. There is a stable web of craquelure over the entire surface, and the picture surface is in overall good condition. Under UV light, there are some small scattered spots of retouching to address previous abrasions and losses. These are visible around the artist's paint bowl; in the center around the stretcher bar; at the bottom of the right window; as well as a few spots in the standing male's face and torso. 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. 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

Stuart G. Davis Friendly Critics signed Stuart G. Davis and dated 1897 (lower left) oil on canvas 44 1/4 by 34 1/4 in.; 112.5 by 87 cm Provenance Carl Raynold Palmer; sold by his estate, Doyle, New York, November 6, 1997, lot 41 Sale: Rago Arts and Auction Center, Lambertville, New Jersey, December 6, 2008, lot 112 Condition Oil on canvas, not lined. The canvas is somewhat slack on the stretcher. There is a stable web of craquelure over the entire surface, and the picture surface is in overall good condition. Under UV light, there are some small scattered spots of retouching to address previous abrasions and losses. These are visible around the artist's paint bowl; in the center around the stretcher bar; at the bottom of the right window; as well as a few spots in the standing male's face and torso. 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. 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.