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Lot 174
  • 174

Thomas Rowlandson

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Thomas Rowlandson
  • Genius Crumpled
  • Pen and red ink with watercolour over pencil;
    inscribed, lower centre: Genius Crumpled
  • 150 by 210 mm

Provenance

With Richard Green, London, 1980;
sale, London, Sotheby's, 11 November 1993, lot 44;
bt. by the present owner

Condition

Although some of the more fragile pigments have faded somewhat, the overall appearance of this watercolour is strong. Rowlandson's inscription has faded a little. The sheet has not been laid down. For further information on this lot please contact either Mark Griffith-Jones (0207 293 5083) or Emmeline Hallmark (0207 293 5407).
"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."