Lot 37
  • 37

Sidney Richard Percy

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sidney Richard Percy
  • Kilchurn Castle, Loch Awe
  • signed and dated l.r.: SR Percy. 68.
  • oil on canvas
  • 24 by 37cm.; 9½ by 14½in.

Provenance

Richard Green, London, from whom purchased by the husband of the present owner, 22 February 1990

Condition

STRUCTURE The canvas has been relined. There are a few very faint signs of craquelure across the surface, only visible upon close inspection, otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT UV light reveals areas of retouching along the left, upper and right edges and some flecks of retouching to the sky in the upper left quadrant. The varnish appears opaque and may conceal other minor retouchings. FRAME Held in a gilt plaster frame. Please telephone the department on 0207 293 5718 if you have any questions about 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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