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John William Godward, R.B.A.
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- John William Godward, R.B.A.
- A CLASSICAL BEAUTY, FAR-AWAY THOUGHTS
- signed l.r.: J.W.GODWARD
- oil on canvas
- 50½ by 40½cm., 20 by 16in.
Provenance
Christie's, 13 December 1937, lot 97 as Far-Away Thoughts, bought 'Bowden';
Probably, M. Newman, London, April 1947
Probably, M. Newman, London, April 1947
Literature
Vern Swanson, John William Godward, The Eclipse of Classicism, 1997, probably the version of Far Away Thoughts listed among the undated pictures, no. 12 p.247
Condition
STRUCTURE
The picture is relined and in very good condition. There are no signs of craquelure. The paint surface is a little dirty and may benefit from a light clean.
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There is a line of retouching to the girl's hair, another area below her chin, a line of retouching to her waist-band and an area to a scratch in the lower right corner. There are other small retouchings to the wall and her drapery but all have been well executed and are not visible to the naked eye.
FRAME
Contained in a simple modern gilt frame.
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"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."