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Henry Scott
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Henry Scott
- The Tea Clipper, Great Admiral
- signed l.r.: Henry Scott ; inscribed on the stretcher; AMERICAN CLIPPER "GREAT ADMIRAL" - 1576 TONS - BUILT 1869 BY R.E. JACKSON
- oil on canvas
- 102 by 127cm., 40 by 50in.
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been relined.
PAINT SURFACE
The paint surface is in good clean condition; ready to hang
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
UV Light reveals extensive over painting in the sky and infilling to the sails; some further infilling to craquelure in the sea.
FRAME
Held in a modern gilt painted frame in fair condition.
"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."