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Sir Robin Philipson, P.R.S.A., R.A.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir Robin Philipson, P.R.S.A., R.A.
- Roses on a Blue Ground
- signed on the reverse: Robin Philipson; further signed, titled, inscribed with the artist's address and dated 1984 on a label attached to the reverse
- oil on board
- 51 by 61cm., 20 by 24in.
Provenance
Sotheby's, Gleneagles, 31 August 2005, lot 979, where purchased by the present owners
Exhibited
East Lothian, The Macaulay Gallery, Sir Robin Philipson, 10-23 September 1984, no.58
Condition
The board appears sound and the work in good overall condition with rich impastoed surface.
Under ultraviolet light there appear to be no signs of retouching.
Held in a gilt square frame with a canvas inset.
"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."