Lot 15
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ANNE ESTELLE RICE | Whale Rock

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Anne Estelle Rice
  • Whale Rock
  • titled and signed on the reverse: "Whale Rock"/ Anne Estelle Rice
  • oil on board
  • 37 by 45cm., 14½ by 17¾in.

Provenance

Gloria Rosales, Long Island, New York
Gaston & Sheehan Auctioneers, Texas, 3 March 2015, lot 67; 
Private collection, United States

Condition

The board is providing a good stable support and the work is in very good overall condition. There are some areas of very minor craquelure to the rocks in the centre and centre right of the composition. UV light inspection reveals no evidence of any retouching or restoration. Held in a simple 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."