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John Ward, R.A.
Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description
- John Ward, R.A.
- parks, Portrait of Norman Parkinson
- signed, dated and inscribed l.r.: Port of Spain 1988/ John Ward
- pencil and watercolour
- 34 by 27cm., 13¼ by 10¾in.
Provenance
J. S. Maas Gallery, London
Literature
Vogue, April 1990, p.235.
Condition
The sheet appears sound and cockles slightly. There are two small tears near centre of right edge, not visually distracting. A spot of foxing to the right of the figure's head otherwise the work appears in good overall condition.
Held under glass in a simple frame with a beige mount; 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."
"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
Norman Parkinson was one of the best known British portrait and fashion photographers, credited for his highly influential injection of an easy elegance into his portraits, against the formality of his day. His photographs of celebrities, artists, actors and the British Royal Family have become icons of twentieth century style.