- 170
Albert Goodwin
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert Goodwin
- The Bodleian library, Oxford
- signed l.r.: Albert Goodwin, inscribed l.l.: Oxford
- watercolour over traces of pencil heightened with scratching out
- 25 by 33.4 cm.; 9 3/4 by 13 1/8 in.
Provenance
with The Chris Beetles Gallery, London
Condition
The colours of this watercolour are subtle. However, there has been little fading. The sheet itself has not discoloured. The work has not been laid down.
"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
Taken from a high viewpoint amongst the scaffolding of All Souls College, Goodwin depicts students filing into the Bodleian library. The Exeter Collage Chapel and the Shedonian Theatre's cupola can be seen on the skyline beyond.