Lot 148
  • 148

Alexander Mosses

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Mosses
  • A Girl with her spaniel
  • signed and dated, lower left: Alex. Mosses 1832.
  • oil on canvas

Condition

STRUCTURE The canvas has been lined. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in good condition, with no apparent extant loss or damage. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals minor strengthening in the background, and the picture has been partially cleaned, with the result that there are a few areas of old, discolored varnish visible under UV. FRAME Held in a gilded wooden frame. To speak to a specialist about this lot please contact Julian Gascoigne on +44 (0)207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@sothebys.com, or Ludo Shaw Stewart on +44 (0)207 293 5816, or at ludovic.shawstewart@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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