- 687
John Opie, R.A.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John Opie, R.A.
- Portrait of a Young Girl, Said to be Lady Bathurst
- oil on canvas
- 29 1/2 by 24 1/8 in.; 74.9 by 61.3 cm.
Provenance
Descendants of the sitter;
Messrs. Thomas Agnew and Sons, London;
Mr. Romer Williams;
Thomas Agnew and Sons, London;
Lord Laurence of Kingsgate;
Douthitt Gallery, New York;
Mrs. J.N. Goddard by whom gifted to the High Museum of Art.
Messrs. Thomas Agnew and Sons, London;
Mr. Romer Williams;
Thomas Agnew and Sons, London;
Lord Laurence of Kingsgate;
Douthitt Gallery, New York;
Mrs. J.N. Goddard by whom gifted to the High Museum of Art.
Condition
The canvas is lined. The surface is in generally good condition aside from appears slightly abraded and there is a dirty varnish. There is widely spaced paint separation which appears darker due to accumulated dust, particularly in the figure's arms and face. Inspection under UV reveals minor retouches along the edges addressing frame abrasion.
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.
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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.