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Provenance

Robert Fullerton, New York, 1884 (acquired from the artist) Mr. Hatfield, New York, 1884 (acquired from the above) George Bueckle, New York, by 1915 Gertrude (Bueckle) McCullough, Santa Barbara (by descent from the above) Wilhelmina (Bueckle) Thiemann,  Peoria, Illinois (sister of the above) By descent from the above to the present owner Condition Oil on canvas laid down on paper board. Surface: In generally good condition aside from pigment separation in the darks, scattered craquelure, surface dirt, and framed abrasion. UNDER UV: No apparent inpainting; there is an uneven varnish which fluoresces green. 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

Ralph Albert Blakelock Nocturne signed RA Blakelock (lower left) oil on canvas laid down on paper board 16 by 12 inches (40.6 by 30.5 cm) Provenance Robert Fullerton, New York, 1884 (acquired from the artist) Mr. Hatfield, New York, 1884 (acquired from the above) George Bueckle, New York, by 1915 Gertrude (Bueckle) McCullough, Santa Barbara (by descent from the above) Wilhelmina (Bueckle) Thiemann,  Peoria, Illinois (sister of the above) By descent from the above to the present owner Condition Oil on canvas laid down on paper board. Surface: In generally good condition aside from pigment separation in the darks, scattered craquelure, surface dirt, and framed abrasion. UNDER UV: No apparent inpainting; there is an uneven varnish which fluoresces green. 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.