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David Cox 1783-1859
bidding is closed
Description
- David Cox, R.W.S.
- Dolbadern Tower, Llanberis Lake, North Wales
- inscribed in pencil on reverse of mount: Dolbadern Tower / Llanberis / NW / By Cox, and variously inscribed on labels attached to the backboard: Thursday August 19 1824 / Bought at Mr Palmer's sale, Lichfield
- watercolour over pencil with gum arabic
- 16.6 by 27.7 cm.; 6 5/8 by 11 in.
Provenance
Mr Palmer, Lichfield, Staffordshire;
William Bateson;
by descent to Gregory Bateson;
The Estate of the late Gregory Bateson, sold in these Rooms, 15th November, 1990, lot 13;
Agnew's, London
Condition
The work is in overall good condition. The sheet is not laid down, it has been attached to the mount at the extreme edges. The colours have perhaps faded a little but in general remain fresh.
"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."