Lot 24
  • 24

John Bogle

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • John Bogle
  • Portrait of a Gentleman
  • signed with initials c.l.: IB / 1781

     

  • 5.1 by 4.1 cm.; 2 1/16 by 1 11/16 in.
wearing a grey coat with black frogging, a black waistcoat and a white cravat, gilt-metal frame

Provenance

Edward Grosvenor Paine, his sale Christie's London, 28 October 1980, lot 100

Condition

Ivory ground. The work is in very good condition, painted in Bogle's characteristically sombre palette. The frame is very tarnished
"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."