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William Callcott Knell
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- William Callcott Knell
- Off Scarborough; Off Dundee
- a pair, both signed and dated l.l.: W.C. Knell/ 1873
- oil on canvas
- each 30 by 59cm.; 12 by 23¼in.
Condition
Off Scarborough
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been relined.
PAINT SURFACE
The paint surface is generally sound however there are traces of discoloured varnish.
ULTRAVIOLET
UV light reveals scattered flecks of infilling in the sky.
FRAME
Held in matching plaster gilt frames in fair condition.
Off Dundee
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been relined.
PAINT SURFACE
The paint surface is sound; clean and ready to hang.
ULTRAVIOLET
UV light reveals flecks of infilling in the sea and overpainting in the sky.
FRAME
Held in matching plaster gilt frames with some chips to the giltwork.
"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."