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John Opie 1761-1807
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- John Opie
- Portrait of the Artist's Mother
- oil on canvas
- 30 1/4 by 25
- 77 by 63.5 cm.
Provenance
Sale: Christie's, London, November 25, 1977, lot 103
Thomas Agnews & Sons Ltd., London
Acquired from the above
Exhibited
London, Royal Academy Exhibition of the Works of the Masters, 1881
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: overall good retention of pigment; while darks in background are sunk-in, sitter's face is lively and brushstrokes look quite fresh UNDER UV: hard to see through old varnish in background--there are scattered storkes of inpainting in background; face looks clean
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.