Lot 248
  • 248

[Potter, Rupert] and others

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • [Potter, Rupert] and others
  • Collection of 11 photographs comprising early family portraiture
  • Paper
Various sizes, albumen or silver prints, 11 sheets, three sheets signed “R. Potter” and one sheet with “Photographed by Rupert Potter” ink stamp, all photographs with contemporary or later captions on reverse, caption dates range between 1875 and 1899, numerous creases, occasional tears and loss

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.
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."

Catalogue Note

Captions or subjects include Rev. W. Gaskell with Beatrix Potter, Helen Potter, Rupert Potter with Beatrix and Bertram and “Barrister Rupert”. Locations include Dalguise, Eastwood and Lingholm.