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Sir William Russell Flint, R.A., P.R.W.S.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir William Russell Flint, R.A., P.R.W.S.
- The Model and Chinese Philosopher
- signed and dated l.r.: W.RUSSELL FLINT- 1961; also signed, titled, and dated on the reverse: The Model and the Chinese Philosopher/ W Russell Flint/ February 1961; further inscribed on the backboard: The Model and the Chinese Philosopher/ Presented to the Old Water-Colour Society's Club/ W Russel Flint/ Spring 1961
- watercolour
- 28 by 38cm., 11 by 15in.
Provenance
The Old Water-Colour Society, London;
Frost & Reed, London;
Richard Green, London, where acquired by the present owner
Frost & Reed, London;
Richard Green, London, where acquired by the present owner
Exhibited
London, Richard Green, Sir William Russell Flint RA PRWS 1880-1969- An Exhibition of Fine Watercolours and Drawings, 1987, no.16
Condition
STRUCTURE
The sheet is apparently sound and not laid down. The edges of the sheet are deckled.
There are two tiny specks of foxing to the wall to the left of the girl's head. The work is in generally good original condition with strong bright colours throughout. The very outer edges appear to have very slightly discolored due to the mount.
FRAME
Held under glass in a gilt and painted composition frame.
"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."