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Samuel Bough, R.S.A.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Samuel Bough, R.S.A.
- Anne, Nelly and Tom, The Children of David Mcbeath of Nunlands Near Ayton, Berwickshire
signed l.r.: Sam Bough
- oil on canvas
Provenance
J. Nicholas Drummond Esq., until 1974;
Sale: Sotheby's, 30 August 1974, lot 311;
Sale: Sotheby's Belgravia, London, 1 April 1980, lot 208, where bought by Sir David Scott
Exhibited
Edinburgh, National Gallery of Scotland, Sunshine & Shadow - The David Scott Collection of Victorian Paintings, 1991, no. 22.
Literature
Sotheby's, Pictures from the Collection of Sir David and Lady Scott, 2008, pp. 160-161.
Condition
STRUCTURE
This picture is relined and in good condition with strong colours and fine detail throughout. The upper stretcher bar has left a faint impression in the paint surface - this is only visible upon close inspection. The paint surface is slightly dirty and may benefit from a light clean.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are scattered retouchings in the sky and to the headland and to the top corners of the painting where the rebate of the frame has rubbed the paint surface. There are further minor retouchings among the rocks. None of these retouchings are excessive.
FRAME
This picture is contained in a moulded plaster frame.
"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."