- 69
Attributed to Thomas Spencer
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Thomas Spencer
- Sterling, belonging to the Duke of Bolton
- inscribed Sterling, belonging to his Grace the Duke of Bolton lower center
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Probably Sir Edward O'Brien, 2nd Bt.
By descent to Donough Edward Foster O'Brien, 16th Baron of Inchiquin, Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare, Ireland
Probably James Adam & Sons, Dublin, Dromoland Castle sale on the premises, December 5, 1962, lot 456, as "Wootton" (sold by the above)
By descent to Donough Edward Foster O'Brien, 16th Baron of Inchiquin, Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare, Ireland
Probably James Adam & Sons, Dublin, Dromoland Castle sale on the premises, December 5, 1962, lot 456, as "Wootton" (sold by the above)
Condition
An old relining is firm and stable under a slightly dirty and dull varnish. Some minor scuffing and abrasions around the extreme edges. Sold old filled losses, visible under UV, along the upper, right and left edges. Overall the paint surface is very well retained, with good detail throughout. Some possible old repaired tears at upper right corner, Under UV, scattered retouches in the landscape, figures, and horse are visible, mostly cosmetic and not distracting. Offered in a black and gilt wood 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Sir Edward O'Brien, 2nd Bt., was a passionate racehorse owner, famous for once gambling his entire estate on the fate a horse race. His bet paid off, however, as the horse won and the considerable sums went to the rebuilding of Dromoland Castle in the Georgian style; the horse was buried near the entrance to the Castle.