Sveinn Thorarinsson (Icelandic, 1899-1977), Watercolor on Paper, "View of Sellandafjall"

Description

Sveinn Thorarinsson (Icelandic, 1899-1977), Watercolor on Paper, "View of Sellandafjall" 1938, signed lower right, inscribed en verso, presented in a giltwood frame under glass.

Dimensions: Sheet sight 12 1/8 x 18 1/2 in. Frame dimensions 15 x 21 1/2 in.
Provenance: Collection of Professor Roberto Severino, Washington, D.C.
Condition: Light even toning, minor spotting; frame with major losses.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good estate condition with frame in extreme disrepair.

Origin:
Iceland

Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Watercolor

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Landscape
Country of Origin: Iceland
Frame Type: Framed

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good estate condition with frame in extreme disrepair.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

15 x 21.5 x 1.5 in

Sveinn Thorarinsson (Icelandic, 1899-1977), Watercolor on Paper, "View of Sellandafjall"

Lot 0694

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