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John F. Tennant
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- John F. Tennant
- Valley of Usk
- signed JTennant and dated 1857-8. (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 33 by 60 1/4 in.; 84 by 153 cm.
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The picture surface is in generally good condition aside from an unevenly applied yellowed varnish and flattened, stable web of fine craquelure. Under UV light, the varnish is difficult to read and fluoresces green. There are some areas of selective cleaning and some potential old, lightly fluorescing inpainting to address the previously mentioned craquelure.
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.