Roger Fenton (1819-1869)

Albumen print. Mounted on album page and presented in a modern arched mount. Numbered (only partially legibly) H 97 (?) in the negative. Titled in pencil on the mount. Framed.

Sotheby's London, 25th April 1986, lot 94.

Excellent condition. One very light crease, c. 2cm in length, just below the door of the building at left. Some marks of adhesive showing through from the reverse following the arched top. A few scattered retoucing marks on the surface, including an attempt to diminish the movement blur around the shoulders of the central figure. The image is partly unglued from the support.
"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."

A delightfully vivid demonstration of the care with which Fenton made his compositions.