- 98
William Findlay
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- William Findlay
- childhood's happy days
- signed and dated l.r.: William Findlay/ 1921; signed, titled and inscribed on an old label attached to the frame: No. 1/ Childhood's Happy Days/ William Findlay
- oil on canvas
Condition
STRUCTURE
This picture is unlined and in very good condition. There is some very minor frame abrasion at the lower edge in particular. The paint surface is clean and the picture is ready to hang.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
Ultraviolet light reveals some minor cosmetic retouchings to the upper left quadrant and left edge. There are some further tiny flecks to the sitter's legs and areas of the background.
FRAME
This picture is contained in a decorative white painted frame with some losses to the extremities
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."