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David Cox, R.W.S.
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- David Cox, R.W.S.
- Lancaster Sands: Evening; figures returning from Ulverston Market
- Watercolour over pencil, heightened with bodycolour, scratching out, stopping out and gum arabic
- 597 by 845 mm
Provenance
Sale, London, Christie's, 8 June 1999, lot 159;
with Agnew's, London;
where acquired by the late owner
with Agnew's, London;
where acquired by the late owner
Condition
Overall this impressive work has been well preserved. The sheet may have darkened a little with time, and there is a slight difference in tone between the extreme upper edge of the sheet and the rest of the composition. There are a number of tiny foxmarks but these are hardly visible.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Cox first saw the vast expanse of sand which stretches across the head of Morecambe Bay during a visit to Lancaster and Ulverston in July 1834 and he was to return there in both 1835 and 1840. This exposed landscape, on the west coast of England, was to provide him with a subject that, today, is considered to be among his most celebrated.
The present work dates to the mid 1830s and shows the view from the Lancaster shore, looking west towards Ulverston and the mountains of Cumbria. It is the end of the day and with the tide, on this occasion, seemingly of no danger, cattle, horseman and carts can been seen carefully picking their way across the sands. In the foreground, Cox portrays a group of market goers who, having made the journey, are relaxing on the higher ground. The golden evening light only adds to the overriding sense of peace and calm.