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Simon De George
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 USD
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Description
- Simon De George
- U.S. FRIGATE 'INDEPENDENCE'
- watercolor, pen, and ink on paper
- 22 in. by 27 in.
Signed and dated Simon De George...U.S. Frigate Independence...1831. Together with a pair of rare watercolors of the ship Lucia. 3 pieces.
Provenance
The first: Peter Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut.
The pair: Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 17, 1997, lot 882;
Paul J. DeCoste, West Newbury, Massachusetts.
The pair: Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 17, 1997, lot 882;
Paul J. DeCoste, West Newbury, Massachusetts.
Condition
The first: Appears to be in modern gilt wood frame. Fair amount of discoloration and board burns. Some fading.
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.