- 250
English/Irish, 18th Century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- English/Irish, 18th Century
- A family Conversation
- Black chalk over pencil, heightened with white, on laid paper, unframed
Provenance
Thomas Esmond Lowinsky (1892-1947) (L.2420a);
The Hon. Nellie Ionides (1883-1962);
the trustees of the Clonterbrook family sale, London, Sotheby's, 27 June 1968, lot 142 (as Johann Zoffany) to Walter Brandt
The Hon. Nellie Ionides (1883-1962);
the trustees of the Clonterbrook family sale, London, Sotheby's, 27 June 1968, lot 142 (as Johann Zoffany) to Walter Brandt
Literature
S. Sitwell, Conversation Pieces, London 1936, p. 107, pl. 97
Condition
The medium in this work has remained strong. The paper has discoloured. Throughout the sheet, there are numerous skilfully repaired tears and some small paper abrasions. The most prominent of these is located near the right hand edge of the sheet and measures circa 45 mm by 30 mm. The work has been laid down. We recommend viewing this lot first hand.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This fascinating drawing still requires further investigation. The materials used suggest that it dates to the 1770s and the work may relate to a lost conversation piece of that decade.