Lot 169
  • 169

John Piper

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • John Piper
  • Rudbaxton Church, Pembroke
  • signed; inscribed Rudbaxton under the mount
  • pen and ink, watercolour, gouache and pastel
  • 23 by 30.5cm.; 9 by 12in.

Provenance

Spink, London

Condition

The sheet is sound, undulating and has been attached to the backing in a few places along the edges. The work is from a notebook as indicated by the uneven left edge. The work is in generally good original condition. Visible under the mount are the following: some slight discolouration along the lower edge and two very small stains in the lower left corner. Held under glass in a gilt wood frame with a grey mount. Please telephone the department on 020 7293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."