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Attributed to John Frederick Herring Sr.
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John Frederick Herring Sr.
- Lord George Bentinck's Crucifix, John Day Up
- signed J.F. Herring Snr and dated 1840 (lower right), titled Crucifix (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 13 by 18 in.
- 33 by 45.7 cm.
Provenance
Edwinsford Collection
Collection of J.A. Fieldon
Christie's London, June 4, 1943, lot 29
Knoedler Gallery, New York
Christie's London, July 28, 1972, lot 424
Collection of Thomas Mellon Evans
Christie's New York, December 3, 1998, lot 42
Condition
The canvas is lined. The surface of the work is in overall good condition. There is some craquelure. Under UV; extensive inpainting in the lower third.
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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.