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Joseph Clarke 1834-1926
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Joseph Clarke
- a christmas dole
signed l.l.: Clark
- oil on canvas
Condition
STRUCTURE:
Unlined.
SURFACE:
The surface appears to be dirty with an uneven and discoloured varnish. Also areas of light blooming appear in the upper right corner. Frame abrasions appear to the upper right edge and along the lower edge. There are traces of craquelure to the lower right quarter and a faint stretcher mark near the lower edge.
UV LIGHT:
Under UV there appears to be no signs of retouching or restoration.
FRAME:
Contained in a plaster moulded gilt and painted frame (damaged in the lower left border).
COLOUR COMPARISON
The general tone is paler than the catalogue illustration suggests.
"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
London, Royal Academy, 1889, no. 444