Lot 181
  • 181

John Henry Hill

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
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Description

  • John Henry Hill
  • Landscape; Rapids; Waterfall; Near Lake George Beaver Creek Falls: Four Works
  • each signed, the second, third and fourth dated, 1857, 1871 and Sept. 21 respectively, the fourth titled Near Lake George Beaver Creek Falls
  • the first: oil on canvas
    the second: ink on paper
    the third and fourth: pencil and chalk on paper
  • the smallest (sight): 4 by 7 3/4 inches (10.2 by 19.7 cm)
  • the largest (sight): 8 by 11 1/2 inches (20.3 by 29.2 cm)

Provenance

Berry-Hill Galleries, Inc., New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1995

Condition

Oil on canvas, canvas is lined. In generally good condition with overall craquelure. Works on paper: Not examined out of frame. All in generally good condition aside from surface dirt and some with light scattered foxing. Dimensions of each: the first (sight): 4 by 7 3/4 inches (10.2 by 19.7 cm) the second (sight): 9 by 8 3/4 inches (22.9 by 22.2 cm) the third (sight): 8 by 11 1/2 inches (20.3 by 29.2 cm) the fourth (sight): 7 by 9 1/4 inshces (17.8 by 23.5 cm)
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.