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Otto Erdmann (German, 1834-1905). The Secret Letter, 1874. Oil on canvas laid on board. 36 x 29 inches (91.4 x 73.7 cm)...
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Sold on Aug 11, 2022 for:
$2,000.00
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Description
Otto Erdmann (German, 1834-1905)The Secret Letter, 1874
Oil on canvas laid on board
36 x 29 inches (91.4 x 73.7 cm)
Signed, dated, and inscribed lower right: O. Erdmann. Df. 1874
Condition Report*:
On stable board support. Frame abrasion at edges. Yellowing to the varnish layer. Finely patterned craquelure. An area of grey retouching at the proper right elbow of the woman in red. Not examined out of frame due to size.
Under UV: varnish fluoresces green unevenly. Aforementioned grey retouching fluoresces. Scattered brushy retouching at edges. Some additional, more finely patterned retouching to the figures.
Framed Dimensions 42 X 34.5 Inches
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All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.Under UV: varnish fluoresces green unevenly. Aforementioned grey retouching fluoresces. Scattered brushy retouching at edges. Some additional, more finely patterned retouching to the figures.
Framed Dimensions 42 X 34.5 Inches
Auction Info
2022 August 11 Fine & Decorative Arts Showcase Auction #13188 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
August, 2022
11th
Thursday
Internet/Mail Bids: 3
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