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John Armstrong, A.R.A.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- John Armstrong, A.R.A.
- The City
- signed and dated 1952
- oil on canvas
- 91.5 by 76cm., 36 by 30in.
Provenance
The Estate of Hugh R Sharp, Jr.
Sale: Sotheby's, London, 10 March 1993, lot 101, whence purchased by the present owner
Sale: Sotheby's, London, 10 March 1993, lot 101, whence purchased by the present owner
Condition
The canvas is lined. There is a very small dent to the surface in the black pigment below the centre of the upper edge, visible in the catalogue illustration otherwise the paint surface is stable and appears in good overall condition.
Under ultraviolet light, there appear to be some minor spots of retouching in the bottom left corner, a small area to the red pigment in the centre above the 'RL' of 'GIRLS' and some minor spots along the upper edge.
Held in a stained wood frame.
"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."