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Albert Graefle (German, 1809-1889), Orientalist Portrait, oil on canvas, signed, stamp on verso in Gaelic, and retains an aged Germa…

Sold for $4,000 at Clars Auctions on Apr 3, 2025.

Albert Graefle (German, 1809-1889), Orientalist Portrait, oil on canvas, signed, stamp on verso in Gaelic, and retains an aged Germa… auction lot image

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Albert Graefle (German, 1809-1889), Orientalist Portrait, oil on canvas, signed, stamp on verso in Gaelic, and retains an aged German label affixed to lower left "CASTLE RIGHT WING", with ;old Sotheby's tag, image: 54"h x 42"w (137.16 x 106.68 cm), overall (with frame): 67"h x 55"w x 4"l (170.18 x 139.7 x 10.16 cm) Condition: Good to fair overall antique condition, having average surface wear, aged toning, and aged surface craquelure throughout. Provenance: This item originated from a distinguished auction event hosted by Sotheby's in October 1995, designated as LOT 307 at the Neues Schloss (New Castle), Baden-Baden, Germany. It was a part of the royal collection belonging to Margrave Max von Baden (1933-2022), a prominent figure in European aristocracy and the first cousin of Prince Charles III. This auction showcased a selection of valuable items from his esteemed collection. For additional information, including condition reports, please email Clars Los Angeles at ask@ClarsLA.com. The absence of a condition statement does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition.

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