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John Varley
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- John Varley
- The Thames at Chiswick
- signed l.c.: J Varley / 1824
- watercolour with scratching out, stopping out and touches of gum arabic
- 16.4 by 23.4 cm.; 6 1/2 by 9 1/4 in.
Provenance
Somerville & Simpson, London;
Agnew's, London;
Condition
The colours are very strong and fresh. The paper has not discoloured. There are two small very skillfully repaired tears, which can only be seen on very close inspection. One is located at the edge of the sheet at the upper centre and the second is located at the edge of the sheet in the upper left hand corner. The sheet has not been laid down and overall the condition is very good.
"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."