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Augustus John
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- Augustus John
- Portrait of Bertrand Russell
- signed John lower right
- red chalk on paper
- sight: 12 by 9 1/2 in.
- 30.5 by 24.1 cm
- Executed circa 1920.
Together with JOSEPH SIMPSON, Arnold Bennett, half-length, in evening dress, signed Simpson lower right, charcoal on laid paper. 2 works.
Provenance
John: H.D. Lyon, London, May 1977
Condition
JOHN:
Not examined out of the frame. Minor rippling and handling creases. Minor surface dirt. In overall very good condition and ready to hang.
SIMPSON:
Not examined out of the frame. Minor rippling and surface dirt. In overall very good condition and ready to hang. Sight: 10 5/8 by 7 5/8 in.
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.