William Dobell

The Estate of the Late Edwina Ballieu

None of the paintings have been viewed out of their frames, but they do not appear to be laid down. The works all appear in good stable condition.
"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."

RAIN OVER THE WAHGI
Signed W DOBEll 51 (lower right); bears title on label on reverse; Anthony Hordern Senior, label on reverse
Watercolour heightened with white on paper
14 by 24cm

EXHIBITED
William Dobell, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, 15 July-30 August 1964, cat. 122 (bears gallery label on reverse)

(DANCING NATIVES)
Watercolour and pen heightened with white on paper
11.5 by 18.5cm

WAHGI VALLEY FROM NONDUGL
Watercolour and pen heightened with white on paper
10.8 by 15.3cm

Literature
James Gleeson, William Dobell, Thames and Hudson: London, 1964, p. 162 (illus.) (as 'Mt. William')

MT WILLIAM
Signed W DOBEll / 51 (lower left); bears title on reverse
Watercolour and pen heightened with white on paper
9.5 by 11.5cm

VILLAGE TRACK
Signed  W Dobell (lower right)
Watercolour on paper
11 by 18.5cm

CLOUD BELOW MOUNTAIN
Watercolour on paper
11.3 by 19cm

NATIVE CROSSING VILLAGE BRIDGE
Signed  W. Dobell (lower right)
Watercolour and ink on paper
11.5 by 19cm