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Henry Howard R.A.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Henry Howard R.A.
- The Angel waking Peter in the Prison
- oil on canvas
- 123.5 by 100 cm.; 48 3/4 by 39 1/2 in.
Exhibited
London, Royal Academy, 1801, no. 46
Literature
Catalogue of all the Furniture & Effects in Carlton Hall, Selby, 1854, p. 106 (recorded as hanging in 'The Old Drawing Room, South West of the Wing leading from the Boudoir,' and listed as 'An oil painting in a carved frame 3/4 size, subject - "The Angel releasing St Peter from Prison")'
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in generally good condition. There is some minor paint loss in the lower right of the painting, and there is an uneven layer of dirt and discoloured varnish overall.
ULTRAVIOLET
FRAME
Held in a carved and gilded wooden frame.
For further information on this lot please contact Julian Gascoigne on 0207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@sothebys.com.
"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."