Lot 74
  • 74

John Sell Cotman

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • John Sell Cotman
  • BRECKNOCK, Wales
  • watercolour over pencil heightened with scratching out and with gum arabic
  • 16 by 25.5 cm.; 6 1/4 by 10 in.

Provenance

With the Manning Gallery, London;
with Spinks, London, where purchased by the present owner

Condition

This work has been preserved in good condition. Though there is some slight fading overall this is consistent with age and the pigments on the whole have been preserved and retained their strength due to the application of gum arabic. For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark Griffith-Jones (0207 293 5083) or Emmeline Hallmark (0207 293 5407) mark.griffithjones@sothebys.com emmeline.hallmark@sothebys.com
"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.
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