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Harold Harvey
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Harold Harvey
- The Lilac Doll
- signed l.l.: HAROLD HARVEY
- oil on canvas
- 38 by 46cm., 15 by 18in.
Provenance
David Lay, Penzance, 15 June 2000, lot 48;
Private collection
Private collection
Literature
Kenneth McConkey, Peter Risdon and Pauline Sheppard, Harold Harvey - Painter of Cornwall, 2001, no.552
Condition
This picture is in very good original condition with strong colours throughout. The picture does not appear to be lined and paint surface is stable - there is only a small area of localised fine craquelure to the girl's skirt - only visible upon close inspection. The painting is clean and ready to hang.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
Under UV light there appear to be a few minor flecks of retouching along the left edge and a couple near the upper right edge. Also a few minor flecks around the background figure group.
FRAME
This picture is contained in a moulded gilt frame.
"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."