John Glover O.W.S.

STRUCTURE The canvas is un-lined and in good condition. There is one small patch, verso. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in very good condition, with no apparent extant damage or loss of paint. There is a faint mark along the inner stretcher edge. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals scattered minor retouching, predominantly to two areas in the distant landscape, centre right and centre left. FRAME Held in a twentieth century wooden frame with a gilded inner edge. To speak to a specialist about this lot please contact Julian Gascoigne on +44 (0)207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@sothebys.com, or Ludo Shaw Stewart on +44 (0)207 293 5816, or at ludovic.shawstewart@sothebys.com.
"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.
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