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William Lionel Wyllie R.A.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- William Lionel Wyllie R.A.
- the wyllie family on the beach WIMVAUX, NORTHERN FRANCE; The artist's sons on the lawn, Hoo Lodge, Kent in winter; and A Yacht Race
the first watercolour over pencil heightened with white; the second watercolour over pencil heightened with white; and the third watercolour over pencil
- largest 31.1 by 47.7 cm., 12 1/4 by 19 in.
Provenance
Given by the artist to his daughter;
by family descent
Condition
The Wyllie Family on the Beach:
The colours have remained well preserved, although there may have been some very minor fading to the blue sky. There is a small area of skilful restoration located at the centre of the composition. The sheet has been laid down.
The Artist's sons on the lawn, Hoo Lodge:
The colours have remained fresh and strong. There is some scattered minor foxing which can be seen in the upper half of the composition. The work has not been laid down.
A Yacht Race:
The colours are clear, however they have faded very slightly. Located within the sky there are several areas of skilful restoration, these can only be seen on very close inspection. The work has not been laid down.
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.
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."