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Francis Holman
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Francis Holman
- A British Sixth rate man of war off Dover, in two positions
- signed and dated l.l.: F. Holman / 1777
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Purchased by Junius S. Morgan, Jr. (1892-1960), Locust Valley, New York, grandson of J.P. Morgan (1837-1913);
thence by descent until sold from the Estate of John Pierpont Morgan, 2nd, New York, Sotheby's, 27th January 2006, lot 200
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in good condition, with no apparent extant damage or loss of paint.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals scattered retouching, particularly in the sky, and infilling to craquelure. There also appears to be an older campaign of retouching in the sails of the main ship. The restoration appears to be minor and there are no apparent signs of significant damage to the picture.
FRAME
Held in a carved and gilded British Baroque style 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."
"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."