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Charles Spencelayh
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Charles Spencelayh
- Treasures
- signed l.l.: C. SPENCELAYH
- oil on canvas
- 41 by 51.5cm., 16 by 20 in.
Provenance
Sotheby's, Billingshurst, 31 January 1995, lot 175;
Private collection
Private collection
Condition
STRUCTURE
The picture is relined which is providing a stable structural support. There are no signs of craquelure and the paint surface appears to be clean and stable. The picture is ready to hang.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are minor flecked retouchings throughout which appear to be cosmetic infillings and have been well-executed. There is also an area of horizontal retouching to the figure's shoulder which may have been made to repair a tear.
FRAME
The picture is contained in a moulded gilt frame.
"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."