- 705
Attributed to Spoilum 1770 - 1810
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Spoilum
- BRITISH SEA CAPTAIN
- oil on canvas
- 23 1/2 in. by 18 in.
Provenance
Skinner Inc., Boston, Massachusetts, August 11, 2013, lot 471.
Condition
On what appears to be the original stretcher, painting has been relined. Appears to have been heavily restored with areas of in-paint and restoration particularly around the eyes. Scattered minute spots of retouch on forehead, around eyes, few small spots on upper lip and chin, sparse spots to backgrounds, several spots around edges; a half-inch sliver of paint loss is barely seen at upper right edge.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.