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John Varley 1778-1842
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Description
- John Varley
- View of London from Greenwich observatory
- signed l.l.: J. Varley
- watercolour over pencil with touches of gum arabic
- 13.9 by 18.4 cm.; 5 1/2 by 7 1/4 in.
Condition
The work is in overall good condition. The sheet has been effected by sunlight and as a result the colours of very slightly faded. This is only noticable around the edges of the sheet). The sheet has been stuck down to the backboard at several places, however it has not been laid down. In general this fine watercolour has been well preserved.
"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
John Varley, like other artists of his generation extensively travelled the British Isles in search of subjects. However, his permanent home was in London and throughout his career he painted the city in watercolour. This view shows the Royal Observatory in the foreground, the Thames in the middle ground and the city of London, with Saint Paul's Cathedral dominating the skyline beyond. Another watercolour of this view was sold in these Rooms on the 16th July 1998, lot 109 (£8,050).