- 838
Molly Guion
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Molly Guion
- Chief Warder of Her High Majesty's Tower of London
- signed M. Guion (lower right); inscribed with the title on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 30 1/4 by 24 1/2 in.; 76.8 by 62.2 cm.
Exhibited
London, The Festival of Britain, 1951.
Condition
The canvas is unlined and is slightly buckling. The surface in generally good condition aside for a dirty, uneven varnish. There are 2 small paint losses in the clothing on the stomach to the left and right of the R. Under UV; there are scattered pinpoint retouches in the area to the right of the guard's head. There is a heavy varnish overall that was selectively cleaned in the upper left.
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.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.