English School, Late 18th Century

Thomas Price, Esq.;
His deceased sale, London, Christie's, 8 May 1893, lot 47 (as by T. Gainsborough).

Oil on canvas. The work is covered in a thick, discolored varnish and surface dirt and dust. There is a loss at the right edge in the background. There is a stable web of craquelure over the picture surface. Under UV light, there is a green fluorescing varnish that obscures the majority of the work, though a few spots of retouching are visible along the left 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.

Anne Price (died 1741) was the wife of Uvedale T. Price (1685-1764) of Foxley, Yazor in Herefordshire.