Studio of Studio of Richard Wilson, R.A.

STRUCTURE The canvas has been lined and there is one patch, verso. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be good condition, with no apparent damage or loss of paint. There is a discoloured and dirty varnish overall. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals one area of retouching in the sky left of centre which corresponds with the patch on the reverse of the canvas as mentioned above. There is some minor infilling to craquelure along the bottom of the painting and in the foliage lower right as well as upper left. Ultra Violet also conforms the opacity of the varnish. FRAME Held in a 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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The present painting relates to a picture by Wison which was sold in London at Christie's, 4th December 1953, lot 107, now in an American Private Collection.