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James Hayllar 1829-1920
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- James Hayllar
- Miss Lily's First Flirtation
- signed J. Hayllar and dated 1867 lower left
- oil on canvas
- 36 by 28 in.
- 91.5 by 71 cm.
Provenance
Old Hall Gallery, Ltd., Sussex, England
Purchased by the parents of the present owner at the above, circa 1968
Purchased by the parents of the present owner at the above, circa 1968
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: in good condition, generally; abrasion along the upper edge--a bit on the left edge, too (looks like there are some old repairs along the upper edge) UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: scattered inpainting in background--heaviest along upper edge; dots and dashes throughout; figures are basically clear with the exception of a few spots on her face, neck and shoulder and on the boy's sleeve and sock
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.
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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.
Catalogue Note
This painting appears to be part of a series which included Miss Lily's Carriage Stops the Way and Miss Lily's Return From the Ball, each the same size oil on canvas as the above and both sold on 2 November 1994 as lot 143 at Sotheby's in London for £28,750.