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Sir Robin Philipson, R.A., P.R.S.A., R.S.W.
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir Robin Philipson, R.A., P.R.S.A., R.S.W.
- poppies against an unfinished painting
- signed, titled, dated and inscribed on the reverse: PLEASE DO NOT VARNISH. / POPPIES AGAINST AN UNFINISHED PAINTING. / Robin Philipson. / 1988/1989.
- oil on board
Condition
The board is sound. On very close inspection, there is some extremely minor craquelure to some ares of impasto. Otherwise the work is in good original condition with rich impasto and fresh colours. The work is clean and ready to hang. Ultraviolet light reveals no sign of retouching. Held in a simple gold painted wooden frame in fair condition. Under glass and unexamined out of 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."
"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."