Lot 37
  • 37

Kay Nielsen.

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Kay Nielsen
  • Original design for frontispiece to In Powder and Crinoline
  • INK AND WATERCOLOUR DRAWING ON PAPER/BOARD
378 by 257mm., ink and watercolour drawing, signed and dated centre left, mounted, framed and glazed

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"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."

Catalogue Note

It is thought that this piece comprises an earlier illustration than that published as the frontispiece to In Powder and Crinoline (Hodder and Stoughton, 1913). The present piece is dated 1912 and includes the same floral border later used in the published frontispiece.