Lot 189
  • 189

Edward Burra

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description

  • Edward Burra
  • New York Bar
  • signed and dated 33
  • pen and ink
  • 40 by 52cm.; 15½ by 20½in.

Provenance

Lady Anne Ritchie, Edward Burra's sister, by whom gifted to Barbara Ker-Seymer, 25th November 1979
Sale, Bonhams London, 3rd December 2002, lot 40, where acquired by the present owner

Condition

The sheet appears sound. The sheet has deckled edges. There is a tiny tear to the extreme upper edge with further repaired tears and nicks along the upper edge, right edge and lower edge of the sheet. There are some handling creases to the sheet most apparent along the upper edge. There is general dirt and time staining across the sheet, most apparent at the edges. There are further darker areas of staining to the upper edge and the right edge. Subject to the above the work is in good overall condition. The ink has not faded and is strong. The sheet is unframed. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any further questions regarding the present work.
"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."