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David Cox, R.W.S.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- David Cox, R.W.S.
- Midday Rest
- inscribed on a label attached to the stretcher: Mid. day Rest. / David Cox., further inscribed on a letter attached to the verso: Dear Sir / Your letter / of the 14 **** to hand for / which I am obliged. / I am sending the David Cox picture today *** *** ****, for your inspection. / I may say that the picture has not been out of my possession since my father / owned it, and he always / considered it a gem. / I am Dear Sirs / Yours faithfully
- oil on canvas
- 18 by 32 cm.; 13 3/4 by 7 1/2 in.
Provenance
W. H. Hall (1812-1880);
by descent to his son W. H. Hall;
Anonymous sale, Christie's, London, 25 July 1986, lot 162
Condition
The work is in very good condition.
"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."