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Archibald Thorburn 1860-1935
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Archibald Thorburn
- a pair of satyr tragopans
- signed and dated l.l.: Archibald Thorburn 1912
- watercolour with bodycolour
Literature
William Beebe, Pheasants - Their Lives and Homes, 1926, repr. pl. VII
Condition
STRUCTURE
This watercolour is in good condition with strong colours throughout and no visible holes or tears. The paper is flat in the mount. There is one small foxing in the background (u.l.) and an area of moisture damage which runs vertically through the hen bird - this should be easiliy rectified by a paper restorer.
FRAME
Contained is simple, modern wood frame without a mount and under glass.
"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."