- 894
British School, 19th Century
Estimate
700 - 900 USD
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Description
- British School, 19th century
- Sheep in a Clearing
- oil on canvas
- 12 5/8 by 15 3/8 in.; 32.1 by 39 cm
Provenance
Howard W. Hayes Collection
Gift of Mary Vanderpool Pennington, 1949
Gift of Mary Vanderpool Pennington, 1949
Condition
Oil on canvas, canvas is not lined. Surface is in generally gfood condition. There is frame abrasion and associated losses to extreme edges. A stable network of craquelure, most visible on sky. Slightly soiled and dirty over yellowing varnish. UNDER UV: A few dots and dashes of inpainting on sheep and the branch in the upper left appears to be added over the varnish; period varnish still intact and fluoresces green.
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.
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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.