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Walter Langley, R.I.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Walter Langley, R.I.
- A Cornish Village Maiden
- signed and dated l.l.: WLANGLEY -83; titled on a label attached to the reverse
- watercolour
- 65 by 39.5cm., 25½ by 15½in.
Provenance
Bought from the artist by 'Dearl' for £63;
Acquired by the great-grandparents of the present owner
Acquired by the great-grandparents of the present owner
Literature
Roger Langley, Walter Langley - Pioneer of the Newlyn Colony, 1997, p.157, 174
Condition
The sheet has been laid down and there are no signs of cockling. There are areas of foxing, particularly in the sky and areas of discoloured retouching to the girl's face which would be improved by being removed and re-applied.
FRAME
The watercolour is contained in a simple gilt frame with a gilded mount - the frame and mount are probably the originals.
"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."