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Joseph Edward Southall, R.W.S., R.B.S.A., N.E.A.C.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Joseph Edward Southall, R.W.S., R.B.S.A., N.E.A.C.
- The Mystic Burial
- signed with monogram and dated 1895 l.c.; further signed, inscribed with the artist's address and dated on a label attached to the reverse
- watercolour with gold paint
- 25.5 by 9.5cm., 10 by 3¾in.
Provenance
The Fine Art Society, London, 1981;
Christie's, London, 10 November 1988, lot 98;
Private collection
Christie's, London, 10 November 1988, lot 98;
Private collection
Exhibited
Birmingham, City Museum & Art Gallery, Joseph Southall: Artist-Craftsman, 1980, no.A9
Condition
The sheet may be slightly discoloured in the sky but is otherwise in good overall condition.
FRAME
Held under glass in a simple gilt and wooden frame and under glass; unexamined out of frame.
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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
The present lot is an early example by Southall and one of a number of pictures with medieval themes, which show the influence of the artist's visits to Italy and his admiration for the work of fellow Birmingham-born artist Edward Burne-Jones.