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Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
- The Mountain's Top
- signed with initials and dated l.l.: B.W.L./ 1858; inscribed on the artist's label attached to the stretcher: The Mountain's Top./ No3. 13 Mr. Leader/ Diglis House, Worcester
- oil on canvas
Condition
STRUCTURE
This picture is unlined and in good condition with bright colouring. There are no signs of craquelure and the paint surface is clean and stable. The paint surface is a little thin in areas of the sky.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are two areas of retouching in the sky; one close to the top edge of the canvas and the other in the centre of the sky to the left of the rocks.
FRAME
This picture is contained in an attractive Victorian moulded frame (minor losses to the mouldings).
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."