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William Aiken Walker
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- William Aiken Walker
- Cotton Picker with Pipe
- signed WAWalker (lower left)
- oil on board
- 8 1/8 by 4 1/8 inches
- (20.6 by 10.5 cm)
Provenance
Irelan-Miller Associates, Washington, D.C.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, Upperville, Virginia
Stacy B. Lloyd III (her son), 2014
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, Upperville, Virginia
Stacy B. Lloyd III (her son), 2014
Condition
There is a thin diagonal scratch in the lower left quadrant. This work would benefit from a light cleaning. Under UV: there is inapainting corresponding to the scratch and a spot in the man's pocket.
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.