- 877
John Frederick Herring Sr.
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- John Frederick Herring Sr.
- Alice Hawthorn
- signed J.F.Herring Sen (upper left) and inscribed Alice Hawthorn 1844 (upper right)
- oil on canvas
- 15 by 20 in.; 38.1 by 50.8 cm
Provenance
Mrs. E. S. Borthwick-Norton; sold by her estate, Christie’s, Southwick House, Purbrook, October 16-17, 1988, lot 178
Condition
Oil on canvas, with an older lining. The surface is covered in a yellowed varnish. A web of craquelure is visible to the naked eye. Somewhat flattened surface. Under UV light, the majority of the work is covered by a green fluorescing varnish.
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.
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.