Lot 504
  • 504

John Wootton

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • John Wootton
  • A wooded landscape with shepherds and their cattle at sunset;A wooded river landscape with fishermen hauling in their nets
  • a pair, the former signed lower centre J. WOOTT..., the latter signed lower left J Wootton
  • both oil on canvas

Provenance

Anonymous Sale, London, Bonhams, 14 June 2006, lot 202;
Anonymous Sale, London, Christie's South Kensington, 10 July 2009, lot 185

Condition

Both canvases are relined and have been recently cleaned and restored. Both have restoration in the sky and a degree of scattered retouching throughout.
"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."