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English School, 18th Century (Follower of Edward Collier)
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- English School, 18th Century (Follower of Edward Collier)
- Trompe l'oeil still life of a letter rack holding a newspaper, letters, a letter opener, wax, a quill, a comb and other objects
- oil on canvas
- 28 x 23 inches
Provenance
Berry-Hill Galleries, New York, by 1959.
Condition
Relined. paint surface is generally well retained. there is some abrasion in the gunpowder flask hanging from the nail at top and some scattered discolored retouches here and there in the wood board background. the letters and objects in the letter rack are all well preserved and detail is very nicely retained. ultraviolet light reveals scattered, small retouches here and there in the background with a few larger ones near lower edge. the still life elements look good.
In an elaborately carved and gilt wood frame with minor nicks.
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.
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.