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Henry Thomas Alken Snr.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Henry Thomas Alken Snr.
- Full Cry; and Going Away
the former signed, lower centre: H. Alken
- oil on canvas, a pair
Condition
STRUCTURE
Both canvases have been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
Both paintings appear to be in very good condition and have been cleaned. There is no need for further conservation.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals infilling to craquelure overall in both paintings, but particularly in the latter of the two, with further minor retouching at the edges. In the second of the two pictures there is one small area of retouching in the upper left.
FRAME
Held in matching gilded neo-classical style frames.
"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."