PENLEIGH BOYD

Private collection, Queensland

Good condition. Original gold frame, stretcher and pegs. No visible defects and retouching.
"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."

The present work is most likely a scene of the New South Wales coastline, probably to the south of Sydney.  It bears resemblance to a group of paintings Penleigh Boyd completed in the 1920s when he was travelling in and around Sydney.  While Boyd usually chose titles that would evoke moods or sensations based upon natural effects, the title of the present work has been chosen given current evidence.
We are most grateful to Rodney James for his assistance in cataloguing this work.