L13313

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Lot 480
  • 480

Philip Eustace Stretton

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

  • Philip Eustace Stretton
  • The three Graces
  • signed, dated and inscribed l.r.: From Philip Stretton/ 1909/ to Charles Graham, with kind regards
  • colour lithograph
  • 24 by 50.5cm., 9½ by 19¾in.
together with The Prize Fighter by Louis Soulange-Teissier, colour lithograph

Condition

Three Graces The printed image itself appears sound but the surrounding margins have discoloured slightly, with some faint abrasions and creases. Held in a simple wood frame (some losses) under glass; unexamined out of frame. Boxer (53.5 by 43.5cm.) The sheet appears to undulate very slightly, some discolouring and signs of age, mainly to the margins, and a repaired tear near the centre of the left hand edge; generally sound overall. Held under glass in an oval gilt plaster frame with a brown linen inset; 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."