Lot 52
  • 52

Nicholas Matthew Condy

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Nicholas Matthew Condy
  • HMS Ranger in a Stiff Breeze; HMS Acorn in a light Breeze in the Channel
  • a pair, one signed and dated l.r.: N. Condy Junr /1841; inscribed on the reverse: H.M.B. Ranger Lieut. Turner; the other signed and dated l.l.: N. Condy Junr /1841; inscribed on the reverse: HMS Acorn
  • oil on board
  • each 30.5 by 40.5cm., 12 by 16in.

Provenance

The Parker Gallery, London

Condition

HMS RANGER STRUCTURE The board is sound. PAINT SURFACE The paint surface is clean and ready to hang. ULTRAVIOLET UV light reveals a few minor flecks of retouching in the sky, otherwise sound. FRAME Held in a plaster gilt frame with some chips to the giltwork. HMS ACORN STRUCTURE The board is sound. PAINT SURFACE The paint surface is clean and ready to hang. ULTRAVIOLET UV light reveals no sign of retouching. FRAME Held in a plaster gilt frame with some chips to the giltwork.
"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.
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