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Robert Mylne, F.R.S.
Estimate
500 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Robert Mylne, F.R.S.
- Powderhall, near Edinburgh
- Watercolour with pen and grey ink on laid paper watermarked with the Strasburg lily;
inscribed under centre: North Front and centre: Section from East to West - 462 by 318 mm
Provenance
Professor Sir Albert Edward Richardson, K.C.V.O., P.R.A., F.R.I.B.A., F.S.A. (1880-1964);
E.A.S. Houfe, his sale, Christie's, London, 11 November 1983, lot 31
E.A.S. Houfe, his sale, Christie's, London, 11 November 1983, lot 31
Condition
This work is in good condition. The colours of the pigments remain strong. The paper has discoloured slightly in places but this is not distracting. The work is not laid down.
"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
Mylne came from a distinguished family of Edinburgh masons and the present lot is said to depict their family home. Mylne was in Rome between 1754 and 1759, whereupon he settled in London. The following year he achieved immediate success by winning a competition to design the new Blackfriars Bridge. He was to become popular as a designer of country houses, with particularly strong links with Scotland and Shropshire.
The present drawing was once part of the celebrated collection of Sir Albert Richardson, an important architect and architectural historian.