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Francis Newton Souza
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Francis Newton Souza
- Untitled (Church Landscape)
- Signed and dated 'Souza 1958' lower left
- Pen and Ink on paper
- 31.5 by 19.5 cm. (12 3/8 by 7 5/8 in.)
- Executed in 1958 Accompanied by a copy of the book, F. N. Souza, Words & Lines, 1959
Provenance
Gifted to Lawrence Walter Clark by the artist in 1958
Thence by descent to the current owner
Thence by descent to the current owner
Condition
This work is in good condition, as viewed. There are two minor areas of loss at the bottom centre edge and upper right quadrant, only visible under close inspection. There is a pencil mark on upper right and few light creases on lower right and left corner. There is a small discoloration of paper due to age at the lower left corner and a very small water spot on top right.
Words and Lines: This book is in good condition, as viewed. The cover has signs of wear on the outer edges and discolouration on the front and back including a tear on the lower part of the binding. There is a very small spot of foxing on the cover and two 2cm circular marks in the centre of the inside of the front and back jacket covers. There is no apparent damage or marks inside the book itself.
"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."