- 790
John Glover
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- John Glover
- View of Port Glasgow and Greenock on the Firth of Clyde, the Argyll hills beyond
- oil on canvas
Condition
The following condition report is provided by Hamish Dewar who is an external specialist and not an employee of Sotheby's: The canvas is lined and the lining is slightly detached in the upper left corner. The varnish layer is relatively even and discoloured and degraded. The paint surface is stable. There is a craquelure pattern in the foreground. Inspection under ultra-violet light shows scattered retouchings. Overall the painting is in good condition.
"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
We are grateful to Dr. David Hansen for confirming the attribution to Glover upon inspection of photographs. Dr. Hansen was formerly Senior Curator of Art at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, Hobart, and curator of the exhibition John Glover and the Colonial Picturesque (2003).