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William Grimaldi
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 EUR
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Description
- William Grimaldi
- Portrait de Sir Harbord Harbord, 1er Baron Suffield (1734-1810), vers 1800
- Aquarelle et gouache sur ivoire, dans un cadre en or ; au dos cheveux tressés dans un encadrement de verre bleu, monté dans un cadre en bois doré;
Signé au centre à droite: W. Grimaldi A.R - 76 x 64 mm
Provenance
Vente anonyme, Sotheby's Londres, 24 novembre 1983, lot 478
Condition
This miniature is in very good condition. The reverse of the frame has been detached, however this can easily be repaired.
"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
Le modèle ici représenté est le fils ainé de Sir William Harbord, 1er baron de Guton Hall dans le Norfolk. Lord Suffield fut membre du parlement pour la province du Norwich de l'année 1756 à 1786. Il succéda à son père au titre de baron en 1770 et obtint le titre de baron Suffield en 1786. En 1760, il épousa Mary, fille de Sir Ralph Assheton, 3eme baron du nom.
The sitter was the eldest son of Sir William Harbord, 1st Bt. of Gunton Hall, Norfolk. Lord Suffield was a member of parliament for Norwich between 1756 and 1786. He succeeded his father to the baronetcy in 1770 and was created Baron Suffield in 1786. In 1760 he married Mary, daughter of Sir Ralph Assheton, 3rd Bt.
The sitter was the eldest son of Sir William Harbord, 1st Bt. of Gunton Hall, Norfolk. Lord Suffield was a member of parliament for Norwich between 1756 and 1786. He succeeded his father to the baronetcy in 1770 and was created Baron Suffield in 1786. In 1760 he married Mary, daughter of Sir Ralph Assheton, 3rd Bt.
William Grimaldi, Portrait of Sir Harbord Harbord, 1st Baron Suffield (1734-1810), c.1800 ; Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory ; Signed centre right: W. Grimaldi AR, gold frame, blue glass and hair reverse, gilt-wood outer frame