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Simeon Solomon 1840-1905
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Simeon Solomon
- eros, the god of love
- signed with monogram and dated l.r.: 1892
- red chalk
Condition
STRUCTURE:
There are surface abrasions along the left hand border and some further in the upper right corner; otherwise the paint surface is sound.
SURFACE:
The surface is in good clean condition. There are a few spots of foxing in the upper right quarter and a small patch of restoration to the sitter's left knee.
FRAME: Under glass and held in a gilt painted frame in fair condition; unexamined out of frame.
COLOUR COMPARISON:
The work is darker in tone than the illustration suggests with more pronounced areas of shading throughout.
"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."