Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2470Location: BostonDate / Time: September 11, 2009 12:00PM
Description:
Joseph Morviller (American, 1800-1870)
Figures on a River Bank
Signed and dated "J morviller 1863" l.r.
Oil on canvas, 18 x 24 in. (45.7 x 61.0 cm),framed.
Condition: Scattered retouch, varnish inconsistencies, scattered surface rubs, craquelure, surface grime.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Retouch is a few minor dots/small areas, Mild varnish inconsistencies, predominately l.l. Scattered surface rubs/light skinning with some scattered abrasions beneath the liner. Craquelure with minor separating. The work would probably benefit from a gentle cleaning.