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Edward Lear
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Edward Lear
- Falla near Strongoli, Corfu
- Pen and brown ink over pencil on blue paper;
inscribed lower left with the title in Greek and dated: 4 May. 1862, numbered lower right: 49 + 2, and further inscribed with artist's notes - 215 by 445 mm
Provenance
With Spink's, London;
John, Lord D'Ayton (1922-2003);
thence by descent to the present owners
John, Lord D'Ayton (1922-2003);
thence by descent to the present owners
Condition
This drawing is in good condition and has been carefully presented. The pen and ink has remained strong. The blue paper has discoloured very slightly, this can only be seen on very close inspection.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
In December 1855, after his friend Franklin Lushington was appointed Judge to the Supreme Court of Justice in the Ionian Islands, Lear decided to settle in Corfu. He made the island his home until 1863 when Prince William of Denmark accepted the throne and the majority of British residents left the island.