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William Hoare of Bath R.A.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- William Hoare of Bath R.A.
- Portrait of Lady Frances Elizabeth Brudenell-Bruce, later Lady Frances Elizabeth Wilson (1765-1836)
- Pastel, held in the original carved gilt-wood frame
Provenance
By family descent
Condition
The work has been well preserved. The pigment has lifted in places overall and now sits on the glass in places. There is also minor rubbing but the pigments remain strong and clear overall. Please note that this pastel has not been examined out of its 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Lady Frances Elizabeth Brudenell-Bruce was the daughter of Thomas Brudenell-Bruce, 1st Earl of Ailesbury K.T. by his first marriage to Susanna Hoare. The present sitter married Sir Henry Wright Wilson, of Chelsea Park, Middlesex, who predeceased her by two years in 1832.