Lot 8
  • 8

John Frederick Herring Snr.

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • John Frederick Herring Snr.
  • Dr. Caius, The Property of the Earl of Eglinton
  • signed J.F.Herring Senr. (lower right) inscribed Dr. Caius and dated 1843 (upper left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 28 by 36 in.
  • 71.1 by 91.4 cm

Provenance

Sale: Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, April 26, 1956, lot 314

Condition

The work is in excellent condition, the canvas is lined, some light craquelure throughout UNDER UV: no apparent inpainting
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.