JOHN PIPER | Harbour Scene

Acquired by the father of the present owner in the 1960s
Private Collection

The sheet bears another work most likely by the same hand on the verso. The sheet is secured to the mount with three adhesive tabs along the upper edge. The sheet undulates in keeping with the materials and Artist's working methods. The collaged elements are generally securely adhered, however, in some areas they are slightly lifting, most probably in keeping with the Artist's intentions and materials. They are all generally in good condition. There is some minor craquelure in the thick area of impasto in the green pigment to the left of the flowers in the lower half of the work. There are some minor accretions, and some instances of studio matter are apparent. There are adhesive strips along the upper, left and lower edges, which are the remnants of a previous mount, not visible in the current presentation. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition, with strong vivid colours throughout. The sheet is window mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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.
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We are grateful to The Estate of John Piper and Hugh Fowler-Wright for their kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.