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A pair of George II embossed and gouache-painted pictures of birds and flowers by Samuel Dixon circa 1755
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- paper, wood
- sight height 11 1/4 in.; width 15 in.
- 28.6 cm; 38.1 cm
the reverse of one inscribed in ink: 1754 – Mr. Dickson of Capel St. Dublin brought painting of birds & flowers (bapo ochivo[?]) into great fashion. They were done in water colours upon large sheets of card paper—twelve made the set & were painted for him by three youths of considerable merit—the eldest James Riley; Gustavas Hamilton, the son of a Clergyman; & Daniel O’Keeffe eldest brother to the Dramatic poet –
Not examined out of frames. Later framed and matted.
Not examined out of frames. Later framed and matted.
Condition
In good condition with some minor cracking to gouache; some slight wear and loss to paint; some small, occasional marks and spots; not examined out of frames.
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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.
Catalogue Note
The present lot contains a pair of the ‘Goldfinch’ from the 1755 set. The 1755 set was Dixon’s last before his departure from Dublin, and was the only set that he reserved from liquidation in early 1756.