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Nicholas Dixon
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Nicholas Dixon
- Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identified as James, 2nd Marquess of Douglas (1646-1700)
- Watercolour and bodycolour on vellum;
signed in gold with the artist's monogram: ND, gold frame - 67 by 54 mm
Literature
Will of Sir William Forbes 6th Bart: of Pitsligo [typed transcript n.d. taken from a manuscript from circa 1806] 'Trinkets Left to His Eldest Son / Miniature set in gold of his Kinsman the Earl of Angus';
Heirlooms / Fettercairn Estate, 1946, ‘no. 3. The Earl of Angus’
Heirlooms / Fettercairn Estate, 1946, ‘no. 3. The Earl of Angus’
Condition
The colours have been very well preserved in this miniature. There are a number of scratches to the surface of the painting.
"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."
"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
The sitter was the great-grandson of William, 1st Marquess of Douglas (1589-1660). Between 1655 and 1660 he was styled the Earl of Angus. He married twice, firstly in 1670, Barbara, daughter of the 1st Earl of Mar and secondly, in 1692, Mary daughter of the 1st Marquess of Lothian. He died without children in 1700.