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Richard Jones
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Richard Jones
- Viscount Rowland Hill on his Grey Hunter with the Shropshire Hunt
- signed R Jones Pinx (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 41 by 51 1/4 in.
- 104.1 by 130.2 cm
Provenance
Frost & Reed Ltd., London
Sale: Christie's, New York, June 6, 1986, lot 145, illustrated
Abby M. Taylor Fine Art, Greenwich, Connecticut
Sale: Christie's, New York, June 6, 1986, lot 145, illustrated
Abby M. Taylor Fine Art, Greenwich, Connecticut
Condition
The work is in good condition. Minor craqueleur fill around the horse and gentleman. Light craquelure and pressing throughout. The wash in the clouds at top right and the strengthening throughout is very minor. Overall this work is in good 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.
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.
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
Roland Hill was appointed the first Viscount in 1842 after a most distinguished military career, rising to the title of General Commander in Chief. For many years he was the Member of Parliament for Shrewsbury and lived nearby at Hardwicke Grange.