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David Octavius Hill & Robert Adamson (David Octavius Hill (1802-1870) & Robert Adamson (1821-1848))
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- David Octavius Hill (1802-1870) and Robert Adamson (1821-1848)
- Albert Cay, 1843-45
Calotype. Framed.
Condition
Not examined out of frame. Faded around the edges; the central portion still retains good contrast. In good condition.
"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
Several members of the Cay family posed for calotypes in 1845. Albert Cay, a well-known Edinburgh wine and spirit dealer, was distinguished by a doggerel encomium in Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine for Sept. 1851 (p.552), starting 'Who dare to say / that Albert Cay / is not the king of wine? - / Whose bins inspire / such generous fire / when cordial Tories dine?'