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The canvas is unlined. There is minor frame abrasion at the edges. The varnish has yellowed and there is a network of faint craquelure. Upon inspection under UV light, there is scattered craquelure fill and there are lines of inpainting at the extreme edges to address prior frame abrasion.
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Lot 15Sale 19029
Polishing the CopperJOSEPH BAIL (FRENCH, 1862-1921)Estimate: USD 10,000 - 15,000
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