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Canadian or American School circa 1850
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 CAD
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Description
- Canadian or American school
- THE NORTHERN WHALING FLEET AND THE WHALER HARMONY FROM HULL ATTACKING AND KILLING WHALES IN DAVIS STRAIGHT
- unsigned; partial label with title, inscribed John Ward of Hull, Arctic Whaling and Sealing Scene on another label on the reverse
- oil on panel
- 45.1 by 65.4 cm.
- 17 ¾ by 25 ¾ in.
Provenance
Private Collection, London, England
Condition
This work has not been viewed under UV and it is in very good condition. It is loose in its frame and frame marks can be seen on the edges of the panel.
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.