Lot 96
  • 96

William Henry Crome

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • William Henry Crome
  • Landscape with a Young Boy Fishing, a windmill beyond
  • oil on canvas, held in a gilded frame 

Provenance

Anonymous sale, Sotheby's London, 12th May 1999, lot 213

Condition

STRUCTURE The canvas has been lined. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in good condition. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals infilling to craquelure throughout and scattered areas of retouching to the sky and to the foreground foliage. FRAME Held in a carved and gilded wooden frame.
"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."