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John Brett, A.R.A.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- John Brett, A.R.A.
- the lizard; caldy island
one inscribed and dated l.l.: Lizard/ Aug 8/76; the other inscribed and dated l.r.: Caldy Island July 22 79
- one oil on panel, the other oil on canvas
Provenance
'The Lizard', J. Watt Blair Esq., 15 Clarges Street, Piccadilly, by 1903
Exhibited
'The Lizard', Royal Academy, Winter Exhibition, 1903, as Anglesea
Condition
STRUCTURE
These pictures are in excellent original condition with strong colouring throughout and no signs of craquelure. The panel has not warped an the canvas is unlined. 'The Lizard' may benefit from a light clean. The paint surfaces appears stable throughout and no conservation work is required.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are no visible retouchings.
FRAME
These pictures are contained in the original moulded plaster frames and under glass (with some losses to the moldings which could be replaced easily by a frame restorer).
For more information regarding this picture please contact the Victorian & Edwardian Pictures Department on +44 (0)207 293 5718.
"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."