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John Raphael Smith
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- John Raphael Smith
- Portrait of Daniel Gardner (c. 1750-1805)
- pastel
- 29.6 by 24.4 cm.; 11 3/4 by 9 3/4 in.
Condition
The pastel has remained fresh and intact. Throughout most of the sheet there is no sign that the medium has been rubbed. There is a small area of pigment loss located within the sitter's brown coat. Although noticeable, this area is small. The sheet has been laid onto board. Overall the work has been well preserved.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Daniel Gardner was a portrait painter in both pastel and oils. Born in Kendal, Cumbria, he received drawing lessons from George Romney (1734-1802), before moving to London in 1762. He joined the Royal Academy schools in 1770 and won a silver metal for drawing in 1773. Despite a successful career he only exhibited once at the Royal Academy. In circa 1776 he married Ann Haward, with whom he had two children.