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William Baxter Collier Fyfe 1836-1882
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- William Baxter Collier Fyfe
- the flower girl
- signed and dated l.r.: Wm Fyfe. /69; inscribed with the title and the artist's names on the remnants of an old label attached to the backboard
watercolour with bodycolour
- 58 by 43 cm., 22 ½ by 17 in.
Condition
STRUCTURE
The general structure is sound. The paper appears to have been laid down on canvas. There is a diaganol tear to the left of the figure's face (approx. 4cm) and are further smaller tear towards the right of the steps (approx. 1.5cm) There are some tiny specs of scuffing scattered towards the centre.
FRAME
Held under glass in a gold painted frame with a clean mount and under glass.
SUMMARY
This work is in good overall 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."