John Frederick Herring Snr 1795-1865

STRUCTURE The canvas has been relined and the structure is sound. CATALOGUE ILLUSTRATION the catalogue illustration is fairly representative although in reality the colours of the orginal are warmer and more golden and not as blue. PAINT SURFACE The paint surface is in good clean condition. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT reveals a thick varnish which prevents a clear reading. There is a band of discoloured repaint along the right vertical edge. This is visible in the catalogue illustration. FRAME Held in a plaster gilt frame in fair 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."

Beeswing was foaled in 1823 by Doctor Syntax out of a mare by Ardossan.  She was bred by Ralph Riddell and was sold to William Orde of Nunney Kirk, Northumberland for whom she had an extraordinarily successful career, and whose initials are prominently displayed on the blanket in the foreground of the composition.    She raced sixty-four times between 1835 and 1842, and was the winner on fifty-one occasions.  She won the Doncaster Cup for three successive years 1840-42.  In 1842 she also won the Ascot Gold Cup.