Lot 294
  • 294

Rex Whistler

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Rex Whistler
  • the counseller and defendant
  • inscribed Learned Counsel "..did you or did you not use SHELL?" Defendant "No!"
  • pen and ink
  • 31 by 20cm.; 12½ by 7¾in.

Provenance

Sotheby's London, The Shell Mex and BP Advertising Collection, 10 September 2003, lot 45

Literature

R. Whistler and L. Whistler, AHA, London 1946, illustrated on front and inside cover

Condition

On wove paper. There are handling marks to the edges of the sheet and some minor media staining. Under glass and held in a white wooden frame. Unexamined out of its 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."

Catalogue Note

Executed in 1932.