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John Nost Sartorius
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- John Nost Sartorius
- Eclipse with Jockey John Oakley Up at Newmarket
- signed lower left: J N Sartorius; and inscribed lower centre: Eclipse by Mask Dam by Regulus
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Archibald Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery (1847-1929);
by descent to his daughter, Lady Sybil Grant (1879-1955);
Anonymous sale, London, Christie's, 19th July 1985, lot 32A
by descent to his daughter, Lady Sybil Grant (1879-1955);
Anonymous sale, London, Christie's, 19th July 1985, lot 32A
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in very good condition. There are no visible retouchings or areas of paint loss.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals strengthening to the jockey's coat, as well as scattered minor retouching in the sky, and especially along the upper edge of the canvas.
FRAME
Held in a Neo-Classical style frame.
"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."