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Lilly Martin Spencer
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Lilly Martin Spencer
- The butterfly and the cat
- signed Lilly M. Spencer and dated 1875, l.r.
- oil on board
- 13 7/8 by 11 1/4 in.
- 35.2 by 28.6 cm.
Provenance
Acquired by the mother of the present owner, New York, 1951
Condition
In fairly good condition. Craquelure and minor pigment separation throughout. Frame abrasion visible at right center and top edge. Varnish somewhat dirty. UV: Somewhat difficult to read but some areas of flourescence.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.