- 305
John Glover, O.W.S.
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- John Glover, O.W.S.
- Half an hour after sunset after a stormy day
- Watercolour over pencil, heightened with gum arabic;
signed on the mount: Half an Hour after Sun Sett [sic] / after a Stormy Day - J. Glover delt 1794 - 255 by 355 mm
Provenance
Sale, London, Sotheby's, 13 November 1997, lot 25
Condition
The watercolour is in fine condition. The colours are well preserved. There are a number of tiny foxmarks visible in the sky area, however these do not disturb the balance of the composition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
This atmospheric watercolour is an early work and demonstrates Glover's interest in not only observing effects of nature, but also the influence of artists of the previous generation such as Alexander Cozens and his son John Robert.