- 686
Sir Joshua Reynolds
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Sir Joshua Reynolds
- Portrait of Lady Mary Crosbie, three-quarter-length, a landscape beyond
- oil on canvas
- 50 5/8 by 40 5/8 in.; 128.7 by 103.1 cm.
Provenance
Gift of Mrs. Felix M. Warburg in memory of Felix M. Warburg.
Condition
The canvas is lined. The surface is in generally good condition aside from some indentations at center of canvas, a scratch with accretions 8 in. from bottom edge at left edge, slight frame abrasions, rubbing to surface in upper right quadrant, craquelure, scattered areas of restoration such as along bottom edge. Inspection under UV reveals a thick masking varnish obscuring possible retouches.
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.
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.