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Roger Fenton (1819-1869)
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Roger Fenton
- The Ogwen Falls, 1850s
Albumen print, mounted on card, with printed title and printed credit 'Photographed by R. Fenton'. Printed reference below image at right identifies the view as ' W. No. 11'. Framed.
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 25th April 1986, lot 102.
Literature
Hannavy, J. 1975 pl. 46.
Condition
The print is less green in tone than suggested by the catalogue illustration. The print has yellowed slightly and evenly. The mount is slightly rippled and slightly stress-marked and with one approx. 2cm tear at the lower edge. The print is in a strong tone in very good condition.
"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
The Ogwen Falls is a famous beauty spot near Bethesda in North Wales.