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Lot 202
  • 202

Sir William Orpen R.A., R.H.A.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sir William Orpen R.A., R.H.A.
  • week-end cure (illustrated letter)
  • titled l.c.: WEEK-END CURE; also inscribed u.c.: really she surprised me = write to me to my country/ mountain home = my love to you/ Orps.
  • pencil
  • 21.5 by 16.5cm., 8½ by 6½in.

Condition

The sheet appears sound and cockles slightly. There is a small fragment missing upper right and a horiztonal tear approx. 7cm long from centre of left edge. Two further small, vertical repaired tears along lower edge; otherwise work appears generally in good overall condition. Held in a simple gilt frame with a cream mount under glass; unexamined out of frame.
"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."