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Sir William Orpen, R.W.S., N.E.A.C., R.A., R.H.A.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir William Orpen, R.W.S., N.E.A.C., R.A., R.H.A.
- Three Sketches of William and Grace Orpen
- one inscribed l.c.: SURPRISE IN COLLEGE GREEN.
- each pen and ink
- one 33 by 20cm., 13 by 8in.; another 25.5 by 20cm., 10 by 8in.; the other 20.5 by 13.5cm., 8 by 5¼in.
Condition
Each work not laid down but bear fold marks. One had discoloured more than the others and has some minor spots of foxing. The upper right corner depicting Orpen on the train is slightly folded over. Overall the works appear in sound condition.
Held in matching dark stained wood frames under glass.
"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."