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English School, 18th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- English School, 18th Century
- JOHN PENN
- oil on canvas
- 29 1/4 x 22 1/2 inches
With old label, in original gilt frame.
Provenance
Freeman's Auctions, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 23, 2008, lot 818.
Condition
The canvas is relined. Overall the painting is in very favorable condition. The somewhat recent relining has not pressed the paint. Colors are fresh. UV light reveals a few small isolated retouches, for instance in the sitter's right sleeve and a few scattered areas along the cheek and chin. The condition overall is fresh and it can be hung as is. In a carved giltwood frame with some flaking.
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.