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An Indian brown and grey snake, attributed to Chunni Lal, Calcutta, circa 1790
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Gouache on paper
- 421 x 650 mm
gouache on paper thick cream paper, framed
Provenance
Major James Nathaniel Rind (d.1814)
Mrs S. Richardson and Mrs S.M. Norman
Sotheby's, London, 9 December 1975, lot 8
Christie's, London, 1 April 1982, from lot 37
Mrs S. Richardson and Mrs S.M. Norman
Sotheby's, London, 9 December 1975, lot 8
Christie's, London, 1 April 1982, from lot 37
Condition
In good overall condition, slight discolouration to leaf edges, as viewed.
"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
For information on Major James Nathaniel Rind and snakes within Hindu tradition, please see the footnote to the previous lot. For another impressive Indian snake, see London, 1982-III, p.120, no.120 (‘Goat Swallower’, Company School, circa 1805).