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Frank Bramley, R.A.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Frank Bramley, R.A.
- Sketch for Saved
- signed and dated l.l.: Frank Bramley 1889
- oil on canvas
- 46 by 59 cm., 16 by 22 in.
Exhibited
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumbria University, Hidden Treasures, The Sena Collection, 2007, not numbered
Condition
STRUCTURE
This picture is relined and in good overall condition with rich colouring throughout. There are areas of fine craquelure, particularly visible on the three standing figures, however, the paint surface appears to be stable.
ULTRA VIOLET LIGHT
Under ultra violet light there are retouchings throughout which appear to have been made to infill cracquelure.
FRAME
Contained in a simple modern gilt frame.
"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
Bramley's dramatic Royal Academy exhibit of 1889 Saved (National Gallery of South Africa, Cape Town) depicts the aftermath of a storm as a fisherman brings good news to a Cornish family. It was a companion to his critically-acclaimed A Hopeless Dawn (Tate) of the previous year, which showed a much less happy ending.