- 148
George Richmond, R.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- George Richmond, R.A.
- Isaac Going Forth to Meditate
- oil on canvas
Provenance
By descent in the artist's family until sold Sotheby's London, 30th January 1985, lot 94 (bt. Agnew's);
with Agnew's, London from whom bought by the present owner
with Agnew's, London from whom bought by the present owner
Literature
R. Lister, George Richmond A Critical Biography, 1981, p. 44, pl. xii, no. 25
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting has been cleaned and appears in very good condition.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals minor scattered retouching to the left arm of the figure, the near foreground and centre left of the canvas.
FRAME
Held in a carved and gilded neoclassical style frame
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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."