English School

A Difficult Time: The canvas has been relined. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from minor scattered craquelure and a slightly discolored varnish. Under UV: inpainting evident in the lower right corner, in an arc over the horse, and scattered throughout the sky in the arch and a few furtehr scattered spots. Ready to hang. Lamb: Signed Adrian Lamb and dated 1975 lower right. 28 3/4 by 21 1/4 in.; 73 by 54 cm. The canvas is unlined. Picture surface is in generally good condition. Under UV: the varnish fluoresces unevenly as do some areas in the sitter's face. Ready to hang.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Robert Trail Spence was Brooke Astor's maternal great-grandfather who served in the U.S. Navy under Stephen Decatur at the Battle of Tripoli in 1804.