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Dora Carrington
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- Dora Carrington
- Organ Grinder
- pencil
- 16 by 16cm.; 6¼ by 6¼in.
- Executed circa 1914.
Provenance
New Grafton Gallery, London, where acquired by the late owner, 17th January 1973
Exhibited
London, New Grafton Gallery, English Drawing 1900-1940, 18th January - 10th February 1973 (details untraced).
Condition
The sheet is fully laid down onto backing card. The sheet appears sound. There are two small scuffs just to the left of the two standing women, which may be old repairs. When viewed out of the frame, a small possible repaired tear is visible to the right vertical edge.
There is time staining visible to the composition, and some scattered spots of staining under the current mount. There are one or two spots of light studio detritus.
The work is presented in a gilt frame with linen slip, 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."
"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."