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Robert Hills, O.W.S.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Robert Hills
- donkeys in a field
- pencil and watercolour
Provenance
Sotheby's, 15 July 1976, lot 34 where purchased by Thomas Agnew & Sons, London;
Bought from Agnew's by Sir David Scott in May 1980
Bought from Agnew's by Sir David Scott in May 1980
Condition
SHEET
Taped to the mount on the upper two corners. In good stable condition.
PAINT SURFACE
General fading overall.
FRAME
Held in a simple wooden frame; under glass.
"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
Robert Hills was a founder member of the Old Watercolour Society and was the Society's first Secretary. He was entirely self-taught and is best known for his detailed drawings and paintings of animals. He clearly had a penchant for donkeys, cleverly observing their behavior and their idiosyncratic looks.