Lot 259
  • 259

John Ruskin

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • John Ruskin
  • Study of plants, mosses and ferns
  • Both watercolour over pencil heightened with bodycolour;
    the second signed l.l. with monogram and dated: 1880
  • 121 by 134 mm; 143 by 183 mm
together with a Study of Wood Anemones by Constance Hilliard   

Condition

The Ruskin is preserved in good condition. The colours have not faded. The sheet is not laid down. There is some minor fading to the pigments in the Constance Hilliard. For further information on this lot please contact Mark Griffith-Jones (0207 293 5083) or Emmeline Hallmark (0207 293 5407)
"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."