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Five early Victorian white painted plaster mounted wood panels circa 1840, the design attributed to John Gregory Crace
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- larger 137cm. high, 153cm. wide; 4ft. 6in., 5ft., smaller 85cm. high, 125cm. wide; 2ft. 9½in., 4ft. 1in.
five, in the manner of William Kent, with central scrolled cartouche and hung with garlands of fruit and flowers clasped at the corners by knotted ribbons (5)
Provenance
Ordered by William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1858) as part of his transformation of the East Drawing Room to the Dining Room.
Condition
Fair condition. All of the crests have significant damage and losses. There are further chips and losses throughout. There has been a build up of dust and dirt. Some fragmentation throughout. First hand inspection is recommended.
The two smaller would have been positioned between the windows and the three larger above doors.
"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."