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George Smith
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- George Smith
- Paying the Legacies
- signed and dated l.r.: George Smith 1872
- oil on canvas
- 51 by 76cm., 20 by 30in
Provenance
Bearne's, Exeter, 4 September 1985, lot 378
Exhibited
London, Royal Academy, 1872, no.405
Condition
This picture is relined and in very good condition. there are no signs of craquelure and the paint surface appears to be clean. There is a small surface abrasion close to the edge of the lower left corner.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are minor flecked retpouchings in the lower right corner and close to the edge of the upper left corner (between the painting and the clock).
FRAME
Contained in the original gilt moulded exhibition frame (with minor losses to the mouldings).
"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."