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James Holland 1799-1870
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Description
- James Holland, O.W.S.
- A pair of flower studies
- the first signed l.r.: Holland; the third signed l.r.: Thos Holland
the first pair: watercolour over pencil with scratching out, stopping out and gum arabic; the third: watercolour over pencil with bodycolour, scratching out, stopping out and gum arabic
- the pair 22.3 by 16.5 cm.; 8 3/4 by 6 1/2 in.; the third; 48.9 by 36 cm.; 19 1/4 by 14 1/8 in.
with another flower study by Thomas Holland (c.1795-1865)
Condition
James Holland - a pair of flower studies: both sheets are in good condition. The colours have faded slightly but still remain strong. There is very minor light staining to the sheet.
Thomas Holland - flower study: is in good condition. The colours have faded somewhat and there is a noticeable line around the mount, due to previous framing.
"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
James Holland was born in 1799 in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. At 12 years old he started an apprenticeship as a flower painter on pottery at James Davenport’s Longport factory. On completing his apprenticeship in 1819 Holland moved to London.
Flower painting remained important for James Holland and between 1824 and 1833 flower studies dominated his submissions to the Royal Academy.
Thomas Holland was James' elder brother and although less well known today, he also enjoyed success as a watercolourist.