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George Richmond, R.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- George Richmond, R.A.
- A Study of three dancing figures for 'Comus - The Measure'
- Pencil and pen and brown ink, on watermarked laid paper
- 158 by 201 mm
Provenance
With W.S. Fine Art, London;
from where acquired by the present owner
from where acquired by the present owner
Exhibited
London, Agnew's, Missing Pages George Richmond R.A., 1809-1896, no. 79
Condition
The pencil remains strong and the sheet stable. There is some very minor surface dirt, occasional tiny foxmarks and the extreme edges of the sheet have darkened a little with time. Overall the work is in good condition.
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"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."
Catalogue Note
This study is for the cymbal and tambourine-playing female figures and the satyr-like figure in Richmond's Comus, a painting now held in the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool.