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Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A. 1831-1923
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
- on the south coast
- signed and dated l.l.: B.W.LEADER. 1902
- oil on board
- 15 by 36.5 cm.; 6 by 14ΒΌ in.
Provenance
Vicars Brothers Ltd., London
Condition
The board is generally sound though very slightly bowed. There is a chip of paint loss to the lower left, the lower right and upper right corners. There are further specs of paint loss to the upper edge and towards the right of the lower edge. There is a tiny spec of dark staining to the left of the house to towards the centre of the right edge. Ultra violet light reveals no sign of retouching. Held in a decorative 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."