Lot 380: ATTRIBUTED TO FRIEDERICH EHEMANT | A wooded landscape with a gothic church, near Rüdesheim on the Rhine

oil on canvas

28.5 by 36.5 cm.; 11¼ by 14½ in.

oil on canvas

The canvas has been lined. There is minor hairline craquelure more visible to the left of the composition. Ultra-violet light reveals small scattered spots of retouching, notably along the craquelure in the sky and in the foliage to the right. The painting is in good condition and is ready to hang. Presented in a decorative gilt frame.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Georg Schäfer (1896 - 1975), Schweinfurt;
His sale, Neumeister Kunstauktionen, 25 February 2005, lot 317;
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner.