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Augustus John, O.M., R.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Augustus John, O.M., R.A.
- Group of Three Figures
- signed
- pen and ink and ink wash
- 32.5 by 26cm.; 12¾ by 10¼in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by Lady Greene, circa 1938, and thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
London, National Gallery, British Painting Since Whistler, 1940, cat. no.524.
Condition
The work is on wove paper which has not been laid down. The sheet is attached to the mount by adhesive tape along the upper edge. The sheet undulates across the surface.
There is a water stain to the upper left edge of the sheet and other scattered media marks. The ink has faded quite considerably as can be seen when removing the sheet from the mount and viewing the ink that has been protected.
Held under glass and presented within a mount in a simple gilded frame.
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"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."