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Philip Wilson Steer, O.M., N.E.A.C.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Philip Wilson Steer, O.M., N.E.A.C.
- Portrait of a Young Girl
- signed and dated l.l.: P. W. Steer. 1932
- oil on canvas
- 51 by 51cm., 24 by 20in.
Provenance
Given by the artist to Arthur Henderson Bishop;
Christie's, 2nd March 1989, lot 5;
David Messum, London;
Private collection
Christie's, 2nd March 1989, lot 5;
David Messum, London;
Private collection
Exhibited
Venice Biennale, 1932, no.121, as Ritratto di fanciulla;
London, New English Art Club, 1932, no.228 as Portrait;
London, David Messum, Autumn Exhibition, 1989
London, New English Art Club, 1932, no.228 as Portrait;
London, David Messum, Autumn Exhibition, 1989
Literature
Bruce Laughton, Philip Wilson Steer 1860-1942, 1971, p.157, cat.no.639
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined. There are some old paint losses along the extreme left and right edges. There are one or two very faint areas of craquelure in the bun of the girL's hair and by her neck; otherwise the work appears in good overall condition.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
Ultraviolet light reveals some tiny flecks of retouching to the upper left background, some minor isolated spots elsewhere, , and some larger areas to her sleeve.
FRAME
Held in a gilt composite 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."