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Pencil on wove paper Germany, 1913-15 Wilhelm Kuhnert (1865-1926) – German animal painter and illustrator Signed at the lower right ‘Wilh. Kuhnert’ Numbered on the reverse in ink ‘28’ This work is accompanied by a certificate by Dr. Angelika Grettmann-Werner, Bemen, from 08th of August 2008; the work is listed in the catalogue raisonné under number 3179 Sheet dimensions: 15.7 x 22.4 cm Mounted to a mat and framed under glass: 38.6 x 44.1 cm Good condition Provenance: From the artist’s estate Realistic study of a lying lion cub looking at the viewer Object is regular taxed. 19% VAT is added to the purchase price for deliveries within the EU. Estimate by Auctionata Expert: 3,000 Euro Condition: The drawing is in a good condition with slight signs of age and wear. The sheet is minimally toned and corrugated and in places tiny foxing spots can be seen. The right edge bears a stain. The sheet is mounted to a mat at the upper edge of the sheet. The sheet dimensions are 15.7 x 22.4 cm. The framed dimensions are 38.6 x 44.1 cm. Wilhelm Kuhnert (1865-1926) After studying at the Berlin Art Academy from 1883 to 1887 as a student of F. Bellermann (1814-1889) and P. Meyerheim (1842-1915), Kuhnert travelled to Egypt, East Africa and India to conduct studies on the local exotic animal and landscape. In addition to the production of numerous drawings and etchings, Kuhnert also worked as book illustrator, e.g. he illustrated the 3-volume work ‘Das Tierleben der Erde’ by Wilhelm Haacke. His works are owned among other by museums in Barmen, Elberfeld and Zwickau. (nlu) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.