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George Smith 1829-1901
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- George Smith
- Home - Be it ever so Humble
- signed and dated l.r.: George Smith/ 1869; signed titled and inscribed on the reverse: No.1/ Home./"Be it ever so humble"/ George Smith/ Augusta Villa/ Campden Hill/ Kensington
- oil on panel
- 70 by 91cm.; 27½ by 35¾in.
Condition
STRUCTURE:
The panel is sound.
SURFACE:
Is in good condition and clean.
UV LIGHT:
Under UV there are tiny retouchings on the baby's face, body and dress where old cracks have been filled and retouched. A few retouchings also appear on the mother's face and some fine small spots elsewhere, all of which are minimal.
FRAME:
Contained in a modern gilt painted wood frame.
COLOUR COMPARISON:
The colours are not as yellow or orange as the catalogue illustration suggests. The original colours are more defined.
"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."