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Edward Lear 1812 - 1888
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Edward Lear
- Damascus
- Signed with the monogram and dated 1864 (lower left), inscribed Damascus 1857 (lower right)
- Watercolor heightened with white on paper
- 7 by 14 3/4 in.
- 17.8 by 37.5 cm
Provenance
Christie's, London, September 23, 2004, lot 7
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Condition
In good condition. On light brown paper. Light stained and somewhat faded from light. Attached to mat backing at top and bottom edges and at centers with archival hinges on the reverse.
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.