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Lot 24
  • 24

William Clarke Wontner

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description

  • William Clarke Wontner
  • an eastern beauty
  • signed u.l.: W. Wontner
  • oil on canvas

  • 53 by 43cm., 21 by 17in.

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, 12 July 2007, lot 26;
Private collection

Condition

STRUCTURE Original canvas. There is some minor frame abrasion along upper right edge. There are some faint signs of craquelure to the woman's chest and her face, otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT UV light reveals an opaque varnish. There are retouchings to her face, neck - notably the left side, chest and clothes. FRAME Held in a large gilt composite 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."