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John Tobias Young
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- John Tobias Young
- View of Southampton across the River Itchen, with Southampton Water beyond
- signed and indistinctly dated l.r.: J.T.Jung pinxt AD 18..(?)
- oil on panel, held in a French Louis XIV style frame
Condition
STRUCTURE
The panel is in good condition and has been backed with strips of canvas at the joins.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in good condition. There are minor vertical cracks to the paint in the sky.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals scattered retouching overall, predominantly in the sky, and a layer of opaque varnish in the lower section of the painting.
FRAME
Held in a French Louis XIV style frame.
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"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."
Catalogue Note
The view is taken from Pear Tree Green above Lances Hill looking towards Bitterne in the middle ground and Southampton beyond. The citadel like structure towering over the city is Southampton Castle. In 1804 the ruins of the Norman fortification were incorporated into a 'Gothic' castle. The 'gothic' additions were however removed in 1818 and the mound lowered four years later. This painting therefore appears to date from between 1804 and 1818.
John Tobias Young, sometimes known as Tobias Young, was probably born in Mildenhall near Marlborough and subsequently lived at 1 Hanover Buildings, Southampton until his death. He is though to have painted the scenery for Lord Barrymore's theatre at Wargrave from 1788-92, and his obituary mentions his painting of the Judgement of Solomon dated 1810 (presented to the City of Southampton). However, he is best known for his charmingly detailed landscape views such as this painting. Several views such as this of Southampton and the surrounding countryside by John Tobias Young now hang in Southampton City Art Gallery. A very similar composition was sold in these rooms, 13th April 1994, lot 9 (£7,495).
John Tobias Young, sometimes known as Tobias Young, was probably born in Mildenhall near Marlborough and subsequently lived at 1 Hanover Buildings, Southampton until his death. He is though to have painted the scenery for Lord Barrymore's theatre at Wargrave from 1788-92, and his obituary mentions his painting of the Judgement of Solomon dated 1810 (presented to the City of Southampton). However, he is best known for his charmingly detailed landscape views such as this painting. Several views such as this of Southampton and the surrounding countryside by John Tobias Young now hang in Southampton City Art Gallery. A very similar composition was sold in these rooms, 13th April 1994, lot 9 (£7,495).