Alexander George Fraser, R.S.A.

J. S. Maas & Co., London, where bought by Sir David Scott, 17 November 1969 for £120

STRUCTURE Board is in sound condition. PAINT SURFACE There is a small chip to the surface on the upper left edge. Some surface dirt but otherwise in good stable condition. ULTRAVIOLET UV light reveals no visible retouching. FRAME Held in a simple gold and cream painted frame.
"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."

The Edinburgh-born painter of rustic subjects Alexander George Fraser studied at the Trustees Academy under John Graham. He was much influenced by the work of Sir David Wilkie, with whom he worked during his formative years completing many of Wilkie's paintings by inserting his own still life details. In 1840 he was elected a member of the Royal Scottish Academy and two years later his picture Namaan Cured of Leprosy was voted 'Picture of the Year' by public vote. Tragically by the early 1850s Fraser was forced to cease painting due to ill-health.