Lot 71
  • 71

George Leslie Hunter

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • George Leslie Hunter
  • Portrait of a Gentleman
  • signed and dated l.l.: G. L. Hunter/ 99
  • pen and ink

Condition

The sheet is sound and laid to another sheet. There is a long vertical scratch to the sheet (just visible beneath the mount) to the left of the figure. There is a minor tear at the extreme upper edge beneath the mount. There are various pin holes towards the extreme edges all beneath the mount. There is some minor surface dirt and one or two spots of foxing in places. Otherwise in good condition. Held in a gold painted wooden frame in fair condition. Under glass and unexamined out of frame.
"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."