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Thomas Whitcombe
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Thomas Whitcombe
- A British frigate and an armed cutter, patrolling off the french coast, circa 1804
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Anonymous sale ('The Property of a Gentleman of Title'), London, Christie's South Kensington, 10 November 1994, lot 504, where acquired.
Condition
The canvas has a rather firm relining, the paint surface is clean and the varnish is clear and even - the painting does not require any further attention. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals spot retouching to the waves in the foreground, and more minimally in the sails, as well as to the sky, to reduce the appearance of craquelure. There are larger areas of retouching along the margin, upper centre, in the upper left corner, and on the right margin, lower centre - the largest of these measures approx. 10 by 1 cm. There is also an 'H'-shaped area of restoration to the right of the central mast, measuring approx. 8 cm. high.
"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."