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WILLIAM MATTHEW PRIOR (1806 - 1873) | Abby Staples: A Half-Length Portrait
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- William Matthew Prior
- Abby Staples: A Half-Length Portrait
- oil on masonite
- 12 3/4 by 9 5/8 in.; 32.4 by 24.2 cm
- circa 1830
the single board on the reverse is inscribed Abby H. Staples born Jan 23 - 1848 died Augt 13 - 1851 painted from...; bears a Collection Nelson A. Rockefeller label to the reverse
Condition
There some small areas of craquelure. There is a dark scratch from her right shoulder to the middle of her chest, there are few other minor scratches.
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.