- 96
Attributed to Philip Hussey
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Philip Hussey
- Portrait of Lady Anne Chichester, Countess of Barrymore (d. 1753)
- oil on canvas, in a fine George II carved gilt wood rococo frame
Condition
The picture is lighter in tone and richer in colour than the catalogue illustration would suggest. The canvas has been relined and the paint surface appears to be in good overall condition with no apparent damage or loss of paint except for a very minor horizontal surface scratch in the background measuring approx. 2 in. There is also some very minor old heat damage to the paint in the background behind the siter's neck. There is also surface dirt visible in the fleshtones and a varnish overall, however the painting is in good structurally sound condition. Examination under ultraviolet confirms the presence of the discoloured varnish making insepction difficult but there appears to be minimal intervention. Overall the painting is in good country house condition. Offered in a grand George II carved gilt wood rococco frame in good overall condition with minor losses apparent in the peripheral areas such as to the filigree lower right and lower left and to the detail to the lower centre piece.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Lady Anne Chichester was the daughter of Major-General Arthur Chichester, 3rd Earl of Donegal (1666-1706) and his wife Lady Catherine Forbes (d. 1743). In 1716 she married, as his third wife, James Barry, 4th Earl of Barrymore (1667-1748).