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Rudolf Epp (German, 1834-1910)
Best friends, 1896
Oil on canvas
32-1/4 x 24-1/4 inches (81.9 x 61.6 cm)
Signed and dated middle right on the stone sill: R. Epp / 96

PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION, NEW MEXICO

PROVENANCE:
Charles C. Chapman, Los Angeles, California;
Edward Both, gift from the above, before 1967;
Thence by descent to the present owner.


Condition Report*: Original canvas. There is an old, heavy, discolored varnish layer which make it difficult to read under UV light, however, there is a 1 1/2 x 2 1/2in area of restoration in the girl's hair just above the forehead. There are a few small scattered spots of possible inpaint in foreground below her arm. Possible restoration to her right cheek. Canvas is a little slack. Framed Dimensions 44 X 36 X 4.5 Inches
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Auction Info

Auction Dates
June, 2018
8th Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 3
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Sold on Jun 8, 2018 for: $3,000.00
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