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Henry Scott Tuke, R.A., R.W.S.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Henry Scott Tuke, R.A., R.W.S.
- The Cavern
- signed u.l.: H S TUKE
- oil on panel
- 25.5 by 32.5cm., 10 by 12¾in.
Provenance
Christie's, 9 November 1989, lot 28;
Private collection
Exhibited
New Zealand Exhibition, 1925;
London, The Fine Art Society, The Rustic Image, 1979, no.73.
London, The Fine Art Society, The Rustic Image, 1979, no.73.
Literature
Colour, October 1921, illustrated.
Condition
STRUCTURE
The panel is sound. There are a few minor nicks about the edges and one or two minor surface abrasions to the right of the boat. The surface is dusty and may benefit from a light clean.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
Ultraviolet light reveals a small area of retouching in the upper left corner and another small spot along the upper right edge. There are some minor flecked retouchings to the left hand boy's elbow and the right hand boy's waist.
FRAME
Held in a gilt plaster frame.
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.
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."