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Richard M. Firth
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Richard M. Firth
- Britannia and Westward Racing off Cowes; Vigilant and Valkyrie II Americas Cup 1893
- a pair, one signed l.r.: RICHARD M. FIRTH and signed and inscribed on the reverse: BRITANNIA AND WESTWARD/ RACING OFF COWES/ R Firth; the other signed l.r.: RICHARD M. FIRTH and signed and inscribed on the stretcher: VIGILANT AND VALKYRIE II/ AMERICA'S CUP/ 1893/ R Firth
- each oil on canvas
- each 36 by 53cm., 14 by 21in.
Condition
STRUCTURE
Both canvases are original.
PAINT SURFACE
The paint surfaces are in excellent studio condition; clean and ready to hang.
ULTRAVIOLET
UV light reveals no sign of retouching to either canvas.
FRAME
Held in a matching modern composite frame 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. 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."