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William Hogarth
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- William Hogarth
- A Rake's Progress (Paulson 132-139); The Invasion (P. 202-203)
- painted pine, paper
- smaller frames: approx. 61 by 66 cm.; 24 by 26 in.
- larger frames: approx. 60.5 by 68.5 cm.; 23 7/8 by 27 in.
The complete set of A Rake's Progress, comprising eight engravings, 1735, all final states; together with the complete set of The Invasion, comprising two engravings, 1756, each framed
Condition
A Rake's Progress: Areas of paper discoloration, surface soiling and mottled foxing, occasional smaller fox marks, some small blue-white accretions in the lower right of plate 1, perhaps one or two short tears (creases?) in the margins of plate 2, other minor imperfections. *(works unexamined out of frames).
The Invasion: Sheets slipped slightly in their frames, a couple of areas of damp-staining, occasional foxing, other minor imperfections. *(works unexamined out of frames).
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."