Lot 108
  • 108

John Emms

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description

  • John Emms
  • Clumber Spaniels with the Day's Bag
  • signed John Emms and dated '83 (lower right)
  • oil on canvas
  • 51 by 38 1/2 in.
  • 130 by 98 cm

Provenance

Private Collection (and sold: Sotheby's, Gleneagles, August 29, 1975, lot 225)
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

This painting has not been lined. There is fine craquellure in the dark pigments of the background. Under UV, the deep green areas in the lower third of the painting appear to have been reinforced.
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.

Catalogue Note

For more information on John Emms please see lots 105 and 106.