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CHINESE SCHOOL: SET OF FOUR SMALL PAINTINGS early 19th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Set of Four Small Paintings
- oil on canvas
- 11 3/4 by 16 1/2 in.
- 29.8 by 42 cm
oil on panel
one portraying a scene of children playing in a courtyard, another of a snow covered landscape with servants busy preparing for winter, the third of a landscape with a master and servant hunting, and the fourth of two servants outside a large compound, with original Chinese gilt decorated black lacquer frames.
one portraying a scene of children playing in a courtyard, another of a snow covered landscape with servants busy preparing for winter, the third of a landscape with a master and servant hunting, and the fourth of two servants outside a large compound, with original Chinese gilt decorated black lacquer frames.
Provenance
Brought to Canada from Scotland in 1834;
thence by descent to the present owner.
Condition
The paintings appear to be in very good condition. They are dirty – with old varnish, but do not seem to have inpainting.
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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.
Catalogue Note
It is likely that these paintings are allegorical of the four seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter.