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William Etty, R.A.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- William Etty, R.A.
- Reclining Female Nude
- oil on paper, mounted on masonite
- 17 5/8 by 21 in.; 44.8 by 53.3 cm.
Provenance
Philip A. Cohen, Esq., London;
His (deceased) sale, London, Christie's, 15 July 1938, lot 7;
Where acquired by Mr. J. Paul Getty (1892-1976), Malibu and Sutton Place;
Distributed to The J. Paul Getty Museum from the Estate of J. Paul Getty, 1978, and accessioned by the museum in 1999.
His (deceased) sale, London, Christie's, 15 July 1938, lot 7;
Where acquired by Mr. J. Paul Getty (1892-1976), Malibu and Sutton Place;
Distributed to The J. Paul Getty Museum from the Estate of J. Paul Getty, 1978, and accessioned by the museum in 1999.
Condition
The surface of the work is in good condition. There is finite craquelure throughout. The board is slightly warped (only very minor). Heavy Masking varnish. Inpainting on the left edge and spotted retouching in the center.
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.