Duncan Grant

A gift from Paul Roche to the present owner

There are various fine hairline cracks, especially within the left side of the work. There is some paint loss, and there are creases to the edges of the work from its original stretcher. The surface of the work is dirty and would benefit from a professional clean. The work is presented unstretched and unframed. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals no evidence of retouching.
"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."

This work is from a series of small still lifes that were created by Grant in between working on larger compositions, circa 1920. There is a comparable watercolour that depicts the same glass and a pear, circa 1919, currently in a private collection. It was not long after this period that Grant stopped using such bright colours, instead replacing them with an earthier, darker palette.