Lot 14
  • 14

Harry Hall

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Harry Hall
  • Lord Derby's "Fazzaletto" with Nat Flatman up, A Racecourse Beyond
  • signed l.l.:  Harry Hall
  • oil on canvas
  • 58.5 by 76cm., 23 by 30in.

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, 13 November 1996, lot 49

Condition

The canvas is lined. Some faint signs of old but stable craquelure in left part of sky, only visible upon close inspection. Surface appears slightly dirty otherwise the work appears in good condition overall. Ultraviolet light reveals scattered areas of retouching across the surface, although less to the horse itself, and a horizontal line of retouching near centre of lower edge. Held in a gilt plaster frame.
"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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