- 167
James Holland 1799-1870
bidding is closed
Description
- James Holland, O.W.S.
- A Quayside, Venice, San Giorgio Maggiore Beyond
- signed l. with monogram, dated 1860
watercolour over traces of pencil, with bodycolour and black chalk
- 46.7 by 71.6 cm.; 18 3/8 by 28 1/8 in.
Provenance
Anonymous sale in these Rooms, 15 July 1976, lot 140;
with Leger Gallery, London (by 1977)
with Heather Newman Fine Art
Condition
The colours are very fresh and strong and the pigments have not faded. There are two very small areas where paper has discoloured, located at the upper right hand corner of the sheet. There no creases or tears. The sheet has been laid down onto board (probably by the artist). Overall the work is in extremely good condition.
"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."