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Attributed to Joshua Shaw circa 1777-1860
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Joshua Shaw
- Halt at the tavern
- signed with initials J.S. lower right on bucket
- oil on canvas
- 32 3/4 by 44 in.
- 83.2 by 111.8 cm.
Provenance
Graham Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the parents of the present owner, circa 1920s
Acquired from the above by the parents of the present owner, circa 1920s
Condition
Lined canvas. There is some pigment separation and widely-spaced craquelure in the sky; the paint surface is thinner on the wagon. Under UV light: inpainting in the sky at upper left and a larger area if inpainting above the wagon ; scattered minor inpainting on the rest of the sky.
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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.