Lot 320
  • 320

P. Palfrey

Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description

  • P. Palfrey
  • 'Melody' and a Foal in a Meadow; and 'Minnehaha' a Shirehorse, in a Meadow
  • both signed, dated and inscribed l.r. and l.c.: P. Palfrey 1895
  • watercolour
  • each: 17.5 by 24.5cm.; 7 by 9½in.

Condition

Both unexamined out of frame. The sheets appears sound. The sheets appears discoloured with some minor surface dirt and spots of staining and a couple of instances of minor foxing. Housed behind glass in a thin gilt frames.
"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

Minnehaha: owned and bred by Mr. A. B. Freeman-Mitford C.B. (later Lord Redesdale) at the Batsford Stud, Batsford Park, Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire. Stud Manager: William Timms.