- 14
Attributed to David Scougal
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- David Scougal
- Portrait of Sir Thomas Murray, Lord Glendoick (circa 1633–1684/5), half-length, wearing Judicial robes; Portrait of Barbara Hepburn, Lady Glendoick (b. circa 1638), half-length, wearing a red and white dress, and pearls
- each inscribed with the identity of the sitters on the reverse
- a pair, both oil on canvas, ovals
Literature
List of Portraits at Fettercairn House, 1924, p. 9 (both listed in the Long Passage).
Condition
Him: The canvas is relined, the varnish even and only slightly discoloured. There are some strengthenings to his clothing.
Her: The canvas is relined, the varnish even and only slightly discoloured. She has scattered retouching throughout, including some restoration to a very minor old damage at the top central margin.
Both pictures in good overall condition. Offered in carved and gilt wood frames with some chips and losses.
"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
Thomas Murray was made Lord Glendoick on account of his purchase of the estate in the Carse of Gowrie, which was ratified to him by parliament in 1672. He was appointed lord clerk register in 1677, and in this position was responsible for the printing of the acts of parliament of Scotland. His edition, printed in 1681, remained the seminal resource for the Scottish legal profession until the nineteenth century.