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Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
- The Clearing in the Grove
- signed B.W.LEADER. and dated 1901. (lower left)
- oil on paper laid down on paperboard
- 8 1/2 by 5 7/8 in.; 21.6 by 14.9 cm
Provenance
Private collection, Beverly Hills
Acquired from the above by the present owner in the late 1990s
Acquired from the above by the present owner in the late 1990s
Condition
Oil on paper laid down on panel. The surface is in generally good condition aside from a dirty varnish, surface dirt and minor frame abrasions at all 4 edges. Under UV light, there is inpainting along all 4 edges to address previous abrasions and losses.
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.
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.