- 48
China School Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- The Ship Centurion
- 17 1/4 by 22 3/4 in., 43.8 by 57.8 cm
oil on canvas
painted with a grand British ship, framed
painted with a grand British ship, framed
Exhibited
Ship Portraits Owned in New Jersey, Montclair Art Museum, New Jersey, 1974.
Condition
There is a 1/8 in. wide scratch about half way down the right side of the painting, about 1 1/2 in. in from the edge. There is minor spotting and crazing throughout, and considerable cracking towards the bottom edge of the painting, which is visible in the catalogue photo. There is possible damage due to moisture throughout, with concentrated areas staining in the clouds above the ship's sails. Towards the center of the photo there are several faint chalky streaks of residue, the longest measuring 9 in. across. and one measuring 5 in. up and down.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.