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Sir Matthew Smith
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Sir Matthew Smith
- Still Life with Apples & Pears
- signed
- watercolour and wash
- 25.5 by 31.5cm.; 10 by 12¼in.
Provenance
Montpelier Sandelson, London, where acquired by the present owner, 18th January 1996
Condition
The sheet is not laid down, but is at least partially adhered to a backing support.
The sheet is taken from a work pad, and has a perforated left hand edge, not visible in the present frame. There is very minor cockling to the sheet.
There are some instances of very minor staining apparent upon close inspection, but this excepting the work appears in excellent overall condition, with strong, fresh colours throughout.
Housed behind glass in a thick gilt wooden frame, set within a cream card mount.
Please contact the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present lot.
"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."