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William Henry Wheelwright
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- William Henry Wheelwright
- The Sporting life: 12 paintings mounted as a four fold screen variously depicting sporting pursuits
- each panel: signed W. H. Wheelwright and dated (lower right)
- each: oil on panel
- overall: 70 1/2 by 94 in.
- 179.1 by 238.8 cm
Condition
In fair condition with later painted decoration and partial gilding. Probably originally ebonized. Frames loose and in need of tightening. Some losses and chips thoroughout. Backs were originally lined with textiles now with nail heads and remnants of loose threads and casters added later. In need of new backing.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The four large central panels each measure approximately 25 1/2 by 19 1/2 in. and depict coaching scenes. The eight smaller panels each measure approximately 11 1/2 by 19 1/2 in. and depict sporting and carriage scenes.