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Arthur John Elsley 1860-1952
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Arthur John Elsley
- queenie and marjorie
- oil on canvas
- 53 by 45 cm.; 21 by 17¾ in.
Literature
Terry Parker, Golden Hours: The Paintings of Arthur J. Elsley 1860-1952, 1998, ills. p. 115
Condition
The canvas has been relined. There are some light frame abrasions along the left edge and a small chip to the paint, centre left edge. Otherwise in good overall condition; cleand and ready to hang. Ultraviolet light reveals a patch of retouching to the near shoulder of the girl, some retoucing to the dog and some further scattered spots to figures. Held in a decorative plaster 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."