Lot 73
  • 73

Circle of Sir John Hoppner R.A.

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Sir John Hoppner R.A.
  • Portrait of a gentleman
  • oil on canvas
  • 21 1/4 by 17 in.
  • 54 by 43 cm.

Provenance

Sale: Sotheby & Co., London, July 26, 1972, lot 281
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

Canvas is lined. SURFACE: sitter is well-painted, although pigment layer has been flattened and details are not crisp; both lights and darks have sunk-in; surface is dirty--might benefit from a cleaning UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: hard to see through old varnish; there is inpainting along edges and a few dots on his face and collar
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.