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Augustus John, O.M., R.A., 1878-1961
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Augustus John, O.M., R.A.
- portrait of jim barnes
dedicated John to Jim 1924
- oil on canvas, unframed
- 60.5x40.5cm.; 23¾x16in.
Condition
The canvas is original. There is a stretcher mark to the upper edge. There is a small indentation to the centre of the upper right quarter and a further tiny indent to the right of this one. Otherwise in good overall condition. Unframed.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Born in India, Barnes was educated at Eton and after serving with the RAF during the First World War, he became well known as a journalist and during the 1930s he was a Reuters correspondent in India and Africa. His grandfather was Sir John Strachey, acting Viceroy and Governor General of India (1872).