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John William Godward
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- John William Godward
- Byrsina
- signed and dated l.r.: J.W. Godward 1915; also titled, signed, inscribed ROME and dated on the reverse
- oil on canvas, circular
- diameter 49.5cm., 19½in.
Provenance
Leger Galleries, London, June 1971;
Sotheby's, Belgravia, 10 April 1973, lot 175
Sotheby's, Belgravia, 10 April 1973, lot 175
Literature
Vern G. Swanson, John William Godward - The Eclipse of Classicism, 1997, cat.no. 1915.2., illustrated p.238
Condition
Original canvas. The surface appears dirty and should benefit from cleaning; otherwise the work appears in good overall condition.
Ultraviolet light reveals an opaque varnish but no apparent signs of retouching.
Held in a gilt plaster frame.
"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
Byrsina is a character mentioned by Aristophanes in The Knights where she is described as the mother of Hippias.