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Francis Wheatley R.A.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Wheatley R.A.
- The Broken Pitcher
Watercolour over pencil, heightened with pen and brown ink, unframed;
later inscribed, centre right: F Wheatley
Provenance
S.A. Cave;
his sale, London, Christie's, 26 May 1961, lot 112, to The Fine Art Society;
with The Fine Art Society, London, by whom sold in 1962 to Walter Brandt
Condition
Although some of the more delicate watercolour pigments have faded very slightly, in general the colours in this work remain strong and clear. The paper has suffered from very minor light-staining. In the sky there is a small area where the paper has discoloured more severely than in the remaineder of the composition. In a raking light it is possible to see minor scratches and rubbed areas in the sheet. The sheet has 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."