Lot 478: FRANZ KNEBEL THE YOUNGER | Waterfalls at Tivoli

oil on canvas

75 by 100cm., 29½ by 39½in.

oil on canvas

The canvas has not been lined. There is minor paint rubbing along the lower framing edge and two vertical stretcher-bar lines in the centre of the composition corresponding to the back stretcher. There is a wide area of what appears to be discoloured varnish in the upper left corner. Ultra-violet light reveals extensive areas of retouching in the sky, some strokes to the foliage in the trees to the left and lower left of the composition, some strokes along the lower right edge, some strokes to the trees in the lower right quadrant and some other minor scattered spots. The picture is in otherwise good condition and the overall appearance of the work is good. This work 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Georg Schäfer (1896 - 1975), Schweinfurt;
His Sale, Munich, Neumeister Kunstauktionen, 25 February 2005, lot 475;
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner.