Lot 76
  • 76

Archibald Thorburn

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Archibald Thorburn
  • Red grouse over the Butts
  • signed and dated l.r.: A. Thorburn./ July. 1892 -
  • watercolour and bodycolour
  • 44.5 by 62cm.; 17½ by 24½in.

Provenance

John Southern of Liskeard, Cornwall (The Thorburn Museum);
His sale, Sotheby's, Works by Archibald Thorburn from the Thorburn Museum, 31 March 1993, lot 28, where acquired by the present owner

Condition

STRUCTURE: The sheet is sound and has been laid down on artist's card. There are one or two very minor flecks of staining in isolated areas. Otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. FRAME: Contained in a gilt plaster frame with a gilt mount under glass. Please contact the department on +44 (0)207 293 5731 if you have any queries about the present work.
"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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