Lot 107
  • 107

Andrew Plimer

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Andrew Plimer
  • Portrait of a lady
  • circa 1800
  • watercolour with bodycolour on ivory
  • 8 by 6.6 cm.; 3 1/4 by 2 1/8 in.
with brown hair, wearing a white dress, gold frame, glazed hair reverse

Condition

The colours remain very fresh. There is a very small area, located at the base of the miniature, which appears to be covered with a thin layer of varnish. This can only be seen on very close inspection. A small part of the frame, at the 12 o'clock position, has been lost.
"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."