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Edward Penny R.A. 1714-1791
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Description
- Edward Penny R.A.
- The return from the fair
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Acquired from the artist by James Molyneux, Earl of Charlemont, by whose executors sold, Roxborough Castle sale, Bennett & Sons, 20th-24th April 1892, lot 510, bt. Edward Robinson for £71;
His sale, Christie's, 26th November 1906, lot 117, bt. for 62 gns by Roberts (sold as a pair with the following lot)
Exhibited
Probably London, Society of Artists, 1765, no. 97;
Dublin, Exhibition Palace, Exhibition of Arts, Industries, Manufactures and Loan Museum Works of Art, 1872
Condition
The canvas has an old lining.
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals some scattered retouching along the two vertical edges and in the foreground. There are further touches of repaint in the upper background, and to the male figure.
Held behind glass in a gilt wood frame.
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"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."