Lot 38
  • 38

Alfred de Bréanski, Snr.

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alfred de Bréanski, Snr.
  • Loch Lomond; A Trout Stream near Stirling
  • a pair, one signed l.r.: Alfred. de Bréanski, the other signed l.l.: Alfred. de Bréanski; also signed and titled on the reverse: "A trout stream near Stirling"/ Alfred de Bréanski. Senr.
  • both oil canvas
  • each 40.5 by 61cm.; 16 by 24in.

Provenance

Cooling Galleries, London;
Frost & Reed by 1990, from whom purchased by the husband of the present owner

Condition

Loch Lomond STRUCTURE The canvas has been relined. There appear to be discoloured retouchings about the edges and in the horizon of the hills on the right. Otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT UV light reveals areas of retouching along the edges of the sky, most prominently in the upper right quadrant, as well as a small spot above the cows in the centre of the composition. A Trout Stream near Stirling STRUCTURE Original canvas. There appear to be a few discoloured retouchings near the upper right corner otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT UV light reveals some small areas of retouching about the edges of the sky in the upper left and right quadrant. FRAMES Held in matching gilt plaster frames. Please telephone the department on 0207 293 5718 if you have any questions about the present work.
"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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