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Francis Barraud
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Barraud
- sir joshua reynolds' studio: a visit from dr. johnson
- signed l.r.: FRANCIS BARRAUD
- oil on canvas
Exhibited
London, Royal Academy, 1912, No.245
Condition
Original canvas. There is scattered craquelure and some area of paint separation, notably to the area of the two figures in the foreground. Surface dirt and a discoloured vranish throughout. There is a spot of paint loss, lower right, a repaired tear (approx 4cm) to the leg of the central figure and paint thinning across the lower half of the painting. Ultraviolet light reveals some scattered infillings to craquelure, some spots of retouching to the seated figuer and scattered spots elsewhere under an opaque varnish. Held in a decorative gilded composite 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."
"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."