Hans Berger (1882-1977) - Autoritratto

Hans Berger (1882-1977) - Self-portrait

Details of the work
Artist: Hans Berger (1882-1977), an important and renowned figure in Swiss art.
Subject: Self-portrait. An intense and swift execution that captures mature facial features, with the characteristic headdress.
Technique: Drawing (pencil/charcoal) on paper.
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist at the bottom right ("Berger").
Sheet/view size: 27 x 20 cm (dimensions inferred from the pencil annotation on the back of the cardboard).

Condition
Work: The drawing is in good conservation condition. The paper shows a natural and charming patina of time with a slight and uniform yellowing, a feature that attests to its authenticity and period.

Provenance and Historical Details
The work boasts excellent Swiss provenance. On the back is printed in ink the historic stamp of the Geneva framing shop "B. BERTOSSA - Cadres, Glaces" located in Geneva. This label contextualizes the piece historically. There is also an old archival number ("51245"), typical of structured private collections or historic galleries.

The frame, if visible in the photo, is included in the lot as a pure gift from me and is not part of the sale; it does not determine the value and, due to its delicacy, is not insured. Consequently, any pre-existing defects on the frame are not reported and any damage to it during transport will not be considered for claims or returns.

Notes on shipping and customs
The item is shipped from Geneva, Switzerland. For this reason, delivery times to European Union countries may be slightly longer than usual due to standard customs procedures.

Please also note that, since Switzerland lies outside the EU customs area, import duties, local VAT, and customs charges are entirely the buyer’s responsibility and will be collected by your country’s authorities upon delivery. I advise you to inform yourself in advance to avoid surprises. Alternatively, if you have the option, personal pickup in Geneva is always my preferred and strongly recommended choice, as it eliminates transportation costs and ensures maximum safety for the work. If shipping is chosen, I will do my best to package it properly to protect the painting during transit.