- 4316
American School, 19th Century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- American School, 19th Century
- Dost Thou Love Me, Sister Ruth?
- framed ink and watercolor on paper
- 7 3/4 by 6 1/4 in.
depicts Ruth and Simon above a poetic dialogue between them, reverse is inscribed The Quaker Courtship and Married March 14, 1839.
Condition
Even toning, scattered foxing (mostly to upper-left corner), marginal damage. Matted and framed (not removed): 13 1/2 by 12 inches.
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.
Catalogue Note
The image and the verse are from music adapted from Haydn's Surprise Symphony, with lyrics and arrangement by John Parry and first published in 1832.