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Henry Ninham
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Henry Ninham
- View of Harwich, Essex
- Watercolour over pencil, heightened with scratching out and stopping out, unframed
Provenance
With The Fry Gallery, London, by 1967, by whom sold in 1967 to Walter Brandt
Condition
Some of the more delicate pigments in this watercolour have faded. The sheet has slightly discoloured and there is some very minor surface dirt. Located at the extreme lower centre of the composition is a small area of skilful restoration. This can only be seen on close inspection. The sheet has not been laid down.
"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."
Catalogue Note
In this watercolour Harwich is viewed from the south. Henry Ninham has included some of the towns most prominent buildings. From left to right one can see; St. Nicholas' Church, the Light-House Tower and the Military Barracks.