After George Romney

STRUCTURE The canvas has been lined. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in very good condition. There is a fine craquelure overall and evidence of a very finely demarcated stretcher bar line just visible at the top and bottom of the canvas. There is no apparent damage or loss of paint, and the pigments have remained fresh and vivid. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals evidence of a very uneven layer of varnish overall. There are a few very minor retouchings to the background but that apart the canvas and pigments have remained intact and well preserved. FRAME Held in a gold painted plaster and wood frame. 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.
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."