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Frederic, Lord Leighton, P.R.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Frederic, Lord Leighton, P.R.A., R.W.S.
- drapery studies; for 'Cymon and Iphigenia', 'Solitude'; 'Greek Girls Playing Ball'; 'The Bracelet' with studies of doves for 'Summer Slumber'
- all bear collector's mark of the Leighton studio collection; one inscribed l.r.; Cymon and Iphigenia; another inscribed l.c.; Ball Players
- all pencil and white chalk on buff paper
Condition
STRUCTURE
These drawings are in good condition with only minor pinholes and tears which would be concealed by mounting. Two of the drawings are laid down at the paper-edges but could easily be removed. The drawings would also benefit from cleaning by a paper restorer as they are lightly soiled.
FRAME
These drawings are sold unframed.
"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
These studies were made for Cymon and Iphigenia of 1884 (Art Gallery of New South Wales), Solitude of c.1890 (Maryhill Museum of Fine Arts, Washington), Greek Girls Playing Ball of c.1888-9 (Dick Institute, Kilmarnock), The Bracelet (private collection) and Summer Slumber of c. 1894 (Private collection).