Lot 115
  • 115

Dame Elisabeth Frink, R.A.

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Dame Elisabeth Frink, R.A.
  • Horse and Rider
  • signed and dated 70
  • pencil and watercolour
  • 76 by 101cm.; 30 by 39¾in.

Provenance

Everard Read Gallery, Johannesburg, where acquired by the present owner, 10th February 1981

Condition

The sheet appears at least partially adhered to a backing support, but does not appear fully laid down. There is a minor crease to the centre of the top edge, and a further to the bottom right corner, with very minor handling marks apparent elsewhere, with very slight, minor cockling to the sheet. There is very minor traces of light surface dirt and matter, with a single, slight indentation to the sheet just above the back of the horse. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition. Housed behind glass in a thick gilt wooden frame. Unexamined out of frame. Please telephone 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.
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