Lot 58
  • 58

Attributed to Mather Brown

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Mather Brown
  • Portrait of an Officer of the Manchester and Salford Volunteers, an engagement beyond
  • oil on canvas

Condition

STRUCTURE The canvas has been lined. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in good, clean condition, and is ready to hang. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals retouching and infilling to craquelure to both sholders and the upper arms. There is a large area of strengthening in the upper left of the picture, and there are futher more minor scattered retouchings overall. FRAME Held in a gilded wooden frame. For further information on this lot please contact Julian Gascoigne on +44 (0)207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@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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