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Albert Henry Collings
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Albert Henry Collings
- Study of a Nude; Recruit to the Harem
- one oil on canvas, the other oil on board
- one 43 by 33cm., 17 by 13in.; the other 37.5 by 29.5cm., 14¾ by 11¾in.
Provenance
The artist, by whom gifted to the mother of the present owner and thence by descent
Condition
STRUCTURE
'Study of a Nude' - This picture is unlined. There is a surface pattern of craquelure and the surface is a little dirty.
'Recruit to the Harem' - the board is sound. There are minor surface abrasions. This picture may benefit from a light clean.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
'Study of a Nude' and 'Recruit to the Harem' - - There are no signs of retouching.
FRAME
These pictures are contained in plaster moulded frames.
"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."
Catalogue Note
See illustration for Recruit to the Harem at sothebys.com