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Robert Ladbrooke
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Ladbrooke
- Durham Cathedral and Bridge, from the River Wear
- Watercolour over pencil, heightened with touches of stopping out and bodycolour, unframed;
signed, lower left: R. Ladbrooke
Provenance
The Reverend James Bulwer (1794-1879);
with Appleby Brothers, London, by 1966, by whom sold in 1966 to Walter Brandt
Condition
The watercolour pigments in this work have faded very slightly. The paper has discoloured a little and there are occasional minor areas of surface dirt. At the extreme lower edge of the sheet there is a tear measuring circa 50 mm. This tear runs almost parallel to the edge of the sheet. The work has been laid down.
"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."