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Charles Burton Barber
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Charles Burton Barber
- concern, girl with a pug
- oil on canvas
- 51 by 40.5cm., 20 by 16in.
Provenance
Sold with the contents of the artist's studio by his widow, c.1895 to Van Bearle Bros, Glasgow;
Purchased by a private collector c.1916 and thence by descent to his great nephew
Purchased by a private collector c.1916 and thence by descent to his great nephew
Condition
STRUCTURE
Original canvas. It would benefit from a varnish and light clean to removed surface dirt and bloom.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
Under UV light areas fluoresce, particularly her hands but these appear to be the original workings of the artist.
FRAME
Held in a gilt plaster frame.
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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."