Lot 141
  • 141

Peter De Wint

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Peter De Wint
  • A Riverside village, with mountains beyond
  • Watercolour over pencil, heightened with scratching out
  • 287 by 405 mm

Provenance

Sale, London, Christie's, 5 July 1946, lot 42 (as Brechin Bridge);
with Thomas Dean & Company, Tallahassee,
where acquired by Bernadette and William M.B. Berger, Denver, Colorado

Condition

This watercolour is very well preserved, and the colours are fresh. There is evidence of some foxing, but this is only visible verso. The work is not laid down.
"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."