- 676
George Sheridan Knowles
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- George Sheridan Knowles
- Waiting at the Ferry
- signed G Sheridan Knowles and dated 1911 (lower right)
- oil on canvas
- 36 by 23 7/8 in.; 91.4 by 60.5 cm.
Provenance
Frost & Reed
Acquired by the grandmother of the present owner
Thence by descent
Acquired by the grandmother of the present owner
Thence by descent
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The picture surface is somewhat flattened but in good condiiton. Under UV, there are some areas of strengthening in the basket; some inpainting in the fisherman's pants; and small, scattered dots of inpainting in the girl's nose, hair and left arm. In the sky and the ground, there are areas of fluorescence that may be related to the artist's working style.
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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.