William Robertson

half length, wearing a green dress and a blue shawl

STRUCTURE The canvas has been lined. PAINT SURFACE The paining is in good condition. There is some surface abrasion to the right hand edge of the canvas, and there are patches of re-touching in the background to the left. There is a line where missing flecks of paint are visible to the left of the sitter's face. ULTRAVIOLET Ultraviolet light reveals fairly extensive re-touching, mainly to the background. FRAME Held in a gilt wood 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."

We thank James Holloway for the attribution of this portrait.