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Sir Herbert James Gunn, R.A. 1893-1964
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Sir Herbert James Gunn, R.A.
- the old market, antibes
- signed l.c.: H J Gunn
- oil on canvas
Provenance
London, Thomas Agnew;
Lord Beaverbrook, Gun Point, Bahamas and thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
STRUCTURE
Original canvas in good, stable condition.
CATALOGUE COMPARISON
The illustration is broadly representative but the tone and colouring is a little more subtle in reality.
PAINT SURFACE
The paint surface is in good overall condition but has traces of dirt and may benefit from a light clean. There are minor surface abrasions in the lower left and right corners.
ULTRAVIOLET
UV light reveals no sign of retouching.
FRAME
This work is unframed.
"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."
Catalogue Note
This charming view of the market at Antibes was owned by the newspaper tycoon and politician William Maxwell Aitken, Lord Beaverbrook (1879-1964) and hung at his home Gun Point at the northern tip of Eleuthera in The Bahamas which was given to him as a reward for his assistance during World War II. Beaverbrook was asked to name any place he would wish to own as a gift from the Crown for his work as Minister for Aircraft Production, Minister of Supply, Minister of War Production and Lord Privy Seal. He chose Gun Point which he inhabited for many years, entertaining many international dignitaries.