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Myles Birket Foster, R.W.S. 1825-1899
bidding is closed
Description
- Myles Birket Foster, R.W.S.
- The little nurse
- signed with monogram l.l.
- watercolour over pencil with bodycolour and touches of gum arabic
- 13.3 by 18.6 cm.; 5 1/4 by 7 3/8 in.
Provenance
Rayner MacConnal, London;
The Bourne Gallery, Reigate
The Bourne Gallery, Reigate
Exhibited
London, The Royal Watercolour Society, 1862, no. 257
Condition
The colours are strong and fresh, although there has been some very minor fading. There are occasional very minor areas of paper discoloration, however these can only be seen on close inspection and do not disrupt the image. The sheet has been laid down. Overall the work is in very 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."