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Follower of John Wootton
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- John Wootton
- Merry Quill, belonging to Sir E. O'Brien
- inscribed Merry Quill, Belonging to S.R EDR. O'Brien bart. 1729 lower left
- 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 457, 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 457, 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 edge. Overall the paint surface is well preserved, with good detail throughout. There is an old repaired compound tear in the upper right corner visible with the naked eye, but not distracting. Scattered cosmetic retouches are visible under UV, some in the form of inpainting of craqueleure in the horse. Overall good condition. 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.