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Francis Swaine 1740-1782
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Francis Swaine
- A British man of war being towed to anchor; two frigates in an approaching storm
- a pair, both signed l.c.: Swaine
- oil on copper
- each 15.5 by 21.5 cm., 6 by 8½ in.
Provenance
Anonymous sale, Christie's London, 31 July 1886, lots 217 and 218
Condition
STRUCTURE
Oil on copper.
PAINT SURFACE
Both paintings are in generally good condition, with some surface marks and light frame abrasion to the outer edges. The painting of "man of war being towed to anchor" has a very small patch of paint loss in the centre of the composition, on the horizon.
ULTRAVIOLET
Ultraviolet light reveals very minor areas of re-touching to the painting of "frigates in an approaching storm," and none to the "man of war being towed to anchor."
FRAME
Held in decorative gilt wood frames.
"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."