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Sir Thomas Lawrence P. R .A.
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Sir Thomas Lawrence, P. R .A.
- Portrait Bust of a Lady
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Pardinel collection;
François Coty, Château du Puy d'Artigny;
His sale, Paris, Galerie Charpentier, November 30-December 1, 1936, lot 25.
Condition
Canvas has an old relining. The picture has been recently cleaned of older discolored retouches around the cheeks of the sitter and have since been expertly re-applied. Beyond that, there are two older patches of retouching in the left portion of the chest, and upper left background. A few scattered minor retouches are in the upper right background. Most of the composition is in good condition. In a carved giltwood frame with small losses to gilding.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.