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Charles Bentley, O.W.S.
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 GBP
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Description
- Charles Bentley, O.W.S.
- Figures on a woodland path
- Watercolour over pencil, heightened with bodycolour and gum arabic, held in its original gold-leaf and gesso Victorian frame;
signed lower right: C Bentley - 26 by 22 cm.; 10 ¼ by 8 ¾ in.
Provenance
With G.H. Tucker, London;
sale, London, Bonham’s, 23 September 2008, lot 60
with Julia Korner, London;
by whom sold to the present owner
sale, London, Bonham’s, 23 September 2008, lot 60
with Julia Korner, London;
by whom sold to the present owner
Condition
The watercolour pigments have survived well in the work, although the signature is slightly faded. The original gilt frame is unusual and impressive.
"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."