Lot 265
  • 265

Wheeler, Dorothy M.

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Wheeler, Dorothy M.
  • Thirteen ink and watercolour illustrations from English Nursery Rhymes, comprising:
  • ink and watercolour drawings on paper
1) "Humpty Dumpty" (page xxx); 2) "Sing a Song of Sixpence" (page xxxii); 3) "Hickory, Dickory Dock" (page xxxiv); 4) "I Saw Three Ships" (page xxxvi); 5) "Goosey Goosey Gander" (page xxxviii); 6) "A Frog he would a-wooing go" (page xl); 7) "I Love Sixpence" (page xliv); 8) "Pussy-Cat, Pussy-Cat" (page l); 9) "Where are You Going to?" (page lii); 10) "Good King Arthur" (page liv); 11) "The North Wind" (page lvi); 12) "Oranges and Lemons" (page lx); 13) "Old King Cole" (page lxii); all 213 by 160mm. (average), fine ink and watercolour drawings, signed or signed with initials

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"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.
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