Lot 108
  • 108

Frank Dobson, R.A.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • Frank Dobson, R.A.
  • Female nude
  • red chalk
  • 47 by 35cm.; 18½ by 14in.

Provenance

Sale, Christie's London, 13th May 1994, lot 133, where acquired by David Bowie

Condition

The work is attached to the backing board along all four edges and is floating in the mount. There is a tiny tear to the extreme upper left corner. There are handling marks to all four corners and very light staining around the edges of the sheet. Subject to the above, the work is in overall excellent condition with strong passages of medium. The work is presented in a silver painted moulded wooden frame and held under glass. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."