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Manner of Sir Joshua Reynolds P.R.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir Joshua Reynolds P.R.A.
- Portrait of a lady, said to be Lady Carlyle
- oil on canvas
- 30 by 25 in.; 76.2 by 63.5 cm.
Provenance
Probably Arthur Braun, Pittsburgh;
Thence by descent to his daughter, Mrs. Paul B. Ernst, Pittsburgh;
By whom given to Carnegie Museum of Art, 1978 (Inv. no. 78.10.24).
Thence by descent to his daughter, Mrs. Paul B. Ernst, Pittsburgh;
By whom given to Carnegie Museum of Art, 1978 (Inv. no. 78.10.24).
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The picture surface is flat and dirty. Shiny varnish with some scattered areas of dullness. Raised but stable web of craquelure visible to the naked eye. Under UV light, there is a thick streaky varnish though there are scattered areas of inpaint visible.
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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.