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John George Brown
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- John George Brown
- Colored People Not Allowed on This Line
- signed J.G. Brown and dated 1863 (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 15 by 12 in.
- 38 by 30.5 cm.
Provenance
Giovanni Castano, Boston
Purchased from the above by the present owner, 1954
Purchased from the above by the present owner, 1954
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: in good condition, generally; a couple of diagonal lines (about 2 in. long) and a few spots around and under seated boy's feet--are probably old repaints UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: picture looks clean except for aforementioned lines and spots at lower center
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.
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.