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Attributed to Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait 1819-1905
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Arthur Fitzwilliam Tait
- Still Life with Game
- signed A.F. Tait and dated NY***, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 13 1/2 by 10 in.
- 34.3 by 25.4 cm.
Provenance
Gerald M. Livingston, New York
By descent to the present owner
By descent to the present owner
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: in generally good condition, somewhat flattened from relining UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: heavily inpainted throughout background (except for signature, which appears to be under original varnish); body of bird seems clean except for a couple spots on each wing
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.