Attributed to Thomas Weaver

STRUCTURE The canvas has a firm lining. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be relatively good condition. There is retouching to two old vertical tears in the centre of the painting, running through the body of the horse, and there is a small area of unstable craquelure in the lower right, with one small associated chip of paint loss. There are two further, very small paint losses in the upper right and upper left of the painting. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a wash of over paint throughout the sky in the upper centre and right. There is also scattered retouching overall. FRAME Held in a gold painted wooden 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.
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