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Ludwig Blum (Israeli, 1891-1975) Copper Smelter, Timna
Estimate: $3,000-$5,000
Sold
$12,000
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part III
Location
Philadelphia
Size
20 x 29 in. (50.8 x 73.7cm)
Description
Ludwig Blum

(Israeli, 1891-1975)

Copper Smelter, Timna

oil on canvas

signed L. Blum (lower left); illegibly dated and located (lower right)

20 x 29 in. (50.8 x 73.7cm)


The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


This lot is located in Philadelphia.

Condition
Framed: 26 x 35 x 2 in.The unlined canvas is in overall good condition. There is craquelure in the more thickly painted areas, particularly at top left, in the sky and at center right. There are a few scuffs and light spots of soiling, for instance at top right approx. 2 in. from the corner. There is no evidence of restoration under UV light. Additional images available upon request.
Signature
signed L. Blum (lower left); illegibly dated and located (lower right)
Provenance
Provenance:Freeman's, Philadelphia, sale of October 10, 1998, lot 676.Acquired directly from the above sale.