LLOYD REES

Acquired by a friend of the artist in the 1930s
Fine Australian Paintings, Sotheby's Melbourne, 27-28 November 1995, Lot 283
Australian and International Paintings, Sculpture and Works on Paper, Deutscher-Menzies, Melbourne, 24 November 1999, Lot 23A (catalogued as Cottage, Sydney Harbour)
Christopher Day Gallery, Sydney (catalogued as A Glimpse of the Harbour, Berry's Bay, Sydney)
Private collection, Sydney; purchased from the above in 2000

The New Art Salon, Sydney, February 1922

This work is presented in a traditional style gilt timber frame with cream timber slip. This work has extensive but stable cracking across the picture surface. This work has been lined and has a new timber stretcher.
"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.
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We are most grateful to Alan Rees for his assistance in cataloguing this work.