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Lot 249
  • 249

Sir William Reid Dick

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sir William Reid Dick
  • Two Greyhounds
  • bronze, dark brown patina, on an ebonised wood base
  • bronze: 14.5cm., 5¾in.; base: 3 by 18.5 by 12cm.,1 3/8 by 7¼ by 4¾in.
signed and dated: Reid Dick 1927, inscribed: FAS [Fine Art Society] and numbered: 4/6

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are minor losses to the patina to the proper right haunch of one dog and the proper right side of the other. The crevices around the haunches of the slightly recessed dog hold some white pigment. There are minor nicks to the dogs' noses.
"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."