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Archibald Thorburn
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Archibald Thorburn
- Merlin and Larks
- signed and dated l.r.: Archibald Thorburn/ 1923
- pencil, watercolour and bodycolour
- 39.5 by 62.5cm., 15½ by 24½in.
Condition
STRUCTURE
The sheet is sound and has been laid down. The edges are very slightly faded, not visible in the current mount.
There are one or two isolated specks of staining, including one to the central horizon and one to the snow beneath the Merlin's wing, which appear to have been bleached. Otherwise the work appears to be in generally good condition with strong bright colours throughout.
FRAME
Held under glass in a gilt plaster frame with a gilt mount; unexamined out of frame.
"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."