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Thomas Rowlandson
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Thomas Rowlandson
- Richmond Bridge, London
- Watercolour over pencil with pen and black and brown ink, unframed
- 270 by 430 mm
Provenance
The Gade Sale, London, Sotheby's, 12 June 1923, lot 169;
with The Sabin Galleries, London;
with Agnew's, London, by 1959
Condition
The pigments in this watercolour have faded slightly. There is evidence of minor surface dirt to this sheet. There is very minor scattered foxing which is particularly noticeable in the sky. Located in the sky to the left of the tallest tree is a dark mark which appears to be the result of a defect within the paper. The sheet has been laid down.
"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."