Mary Hoare

By family descent

This work has been carefully presented. There is evidence of very minor rubbing and pigment loss. This is particularly evident in the upper right and lower right hand corners of the sheet. There is also a minor amount of rubbing to the sitter's right arm. In the lower left hand corner of the work the pigment has discoloured slightly perhaps due to previous damp damage. Please note that this pastel has not been examined out of its 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."

Lady Caroline Anne Brudenell-Bruce was the daughter of Thomas Brudenell-Bruce, 1^st Earl of Ailesbury K.T. (1729-1814) by his first marriage to Susanna Hoare. She died unmarried and without issue in 1824.

We are grateful to Neil Jeffares for his help in cataloguing this work.