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Thomas Miles Richardson R.W.S.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Thomas Miles Richardson R.W.S.
- The village of Bourg-Saint-Pierre on the Great St. Bernard Pass
- Watercolor on paper
- paper: 19 7/8 by 28 7/8 in.; 50.5 by 73.3 cm.
- framed: 31 3/4 by 40 1/2 in.; 80.6 by 102.9 cm.
watercolor, bodycolor and traces of pencil on paper
Provenance
With Davis Gallery, New York;
From whom acquired, January 1969.
From whom acquired, January 1969.
Exhibited
Possibly, London, 'Society of Painters and Watercolors', n.d. (according to an inscription on the reverse).
Condition
The paper is hinged with two pieces of archival tape at the upper edge. Overall, the large sheet is in stable condition and presents a strong image. Although there has been some slight discoloration to the sheet, there are passages where the medium retains good detail. There are some minor inconsistencies to the extreme edges of the sheet, for example in corners, but these are not visible when framed. A possible small and very faint stain in the center of upper sky in clouds. Offered in a carved giltwood frame.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.