- 71
Glyn Philpot, R.A.
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Glyn Philpot, R.A.
- the three fates
- signed with initials; also signed, titled, dated 1933 and inscribed with the artist's address on a label attached to the stretcher
- oil on canvas
- 112.5 by 86.5cm.; 44ΒΌ by 34in.
Provenance
The Artist, and thence by descent
Literature
Thomas Bodkin and A.C. Sewter, Glyn Philpot: 1884-1937, B.T. Batsford Ltd, London, 1951, pl.75.
Condition
The canvas is unlined. It undulates slightly in the corners. There is a small stretcher mark along the lower edge in the lower right quadrant of the canvas.
There are very small areas of craquelure in all four quadrants. There is a tiny spot of paint loss in the upper left quadrant, and another in the lower right quadrant. The surface has sustained a layer of dirt.
There is no sign of retouching under ultra-violet light.
Held in a decorative painted wooden 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."
Catalogue Note
Painted in 1933.