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Joseph Wright (1756 - 1793)
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Joseph Wright
- Silhouette Portrait of Mr. Robert T. Baker and Family
- Cut-paper, watercolor and pencil
- 7 3/4 by 10 1/4 in.
- Philadelphia
inscribed Mr. Robert T. Baker and family, lower left, and Joseph Wright pinxt / 1782 Philadelphia, lower right.
Condition
Figures mounted on watercolor cardboard background. Discoloration, darkening of background, and losses at edges. Board burns on the back of cardboard and inscription in pencil on the back, "Elizabeth 1889 purchased at 114 Pine St. Philadelphia".
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.