Max Ernst (1891 - 1976) -- Oil Painting w/ COA
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Description
This lot consists of a hand-painted oil on canvas, rendered in the modern style of surrealist Max Ernst (German, 1891-1976). "Max Ernst" is hand written by the artist at lower right. Image depicts two fantastical creatures, each with human figures and animal heads. A beautiful medley of cool tones and delicate brushwork. Done in the vibrant modern style for which Ernst is so well known. This unframed piece measures approximately 8" x 10".
Piece is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity that provides a wealth of information on the painting's provenance and condition. It concludes with this: "Based on stated provenance, on our knowledge and available information provided and researched to the date of issue, we consider the artwork to be as described in this examination report..."
PROVENANCE:
Private Collection
DIMENSIONS:
This unframed piece measures approximately 8" x 10".
Finger Lakes Estate and Auction Company has been commissioned to liquidate several private collections of fine art. The pieces in this auction came from established collectors both in the United States and Europe.
Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in the catalog as "in the style of". Authentication has not been established nor is it implied. Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:
In the style of [Artist Name]: The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but there may be some question as to actual authorship.
Please use photos as part of the description. The absence of condition report does not guarantee excellent condition. Please contact us for an in-hand evaluation or for additional photos.
Piece is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity that provides a wealth of information on the painting's provenance and condition. It concludes with this: "Based on stated provenance, on our knowledge and available information provided and researched to the date of issue, we consider the artwork to be as described in this examination report..."
PROVENANCE:
Private Collection
DIMENSIONS:
This unframed piece measures approximately 8" x 10".
Finger Lakes Estate and Auction Company has been commissioned to liquidate several private collections of fine art. The pieces in this auction came from established collectors both in the United States and Europe.
Lots that do not carry established documented provenance nor any past auction record are described in the catalog as "in the style of". Authentication has not been established nor is it implied. Definition of "in the style of" is as follows:
In the style of [Artist Name]: The work may be ascribed to the artist on the basis of style, but there may be some question as to actual authorship.
Please use photos as part of the description. The absence of condition report does not guarantee excellent condition. Please contact us for an in-hand evaluation or for additional photos.
Condition
Overall good condition. Minimal signs of aging (slight crackling has begun to appear). The canvas remains intact, as do the rich colors of this imaginative piece. Please see photos for further examination.
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Max Ernst (1891 - 1976) -- Oil Painting w/ COA
Estimate $4,000 - $8,000
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