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Denys George Wells 1881-1973
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Denys George Wells
- the arbor
- signed l.l.: Denys G. Wells
- oil on canvas
- 76 by 61 cm.; 30 by 24 in.
Provenance
The Artist's Family
thence by descent
Condition
STRUCTURE:
Relined. The canvas is loose in its frame.
SURFACE:
Some rubbing has occurred along the edges where the canvas meets the frame. Otherwise, the painting appears to be in good condition, slightly dirty and may benefit from cleaning.
UV LIGHT:
Under UV light there appears to be some minor retouching on the sitter's apron and skirt. There is some evidence restoration on the lower edge of the painting and some minor retouching along the left edge. There are a few other spots of retouching elsewhere.
FRAME:
Contained in a plain gilt painted wooden frame.
CATALOGUE COMPARISON:
The colours are darker in the original painting 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."