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Sir Henry Raeburn R.A.
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Sir Henry Raeburn R.A.
- Portrait of William Robertson
- oil on canvas
- 29 1/2 by 24 3/4 in.
- 74.9 by 62.9 cm
Provenance
E.B. Cumningham;
C.D Cumminghann, April 28, 1887
Ritta Bellesi
Sale: Sotheby's London, March 11, 1953
Newhouse Galleries, New York
Condition
The work is in good condition, the canvas is lined, there are two small areas of paintloss, very minor chips at lower left along the edge. There is craquelure and pressed surface UNDER UV: No apparent inpainting but there seems to be a thick varnish - extent of inpainting if any is unknown.
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.
Catalogue Note
William Robertson was the son of John Robertson who made his fortune in commence and had very large land holdings near Inverness.