- 196
British School, circa 1740
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- British School, circa 1740
- Portrait of John Belsches of Invermay (1710-1753)
- Oil on copper, gold frame, hair reverse; together with a portrait of a gentleman, wearing long bottom wig and lawn collar, circa 1710; and a later portrait of a gentleman wearing armour
- Largest 80 by 64 mm
Literature
Heirlooms / Fettercairn Estate, 1946, 'no. 13 John Belsches, hair in back of frame' and 'no. 19 Man in Wig & Armour'
Condition
The two oils on cooper are in good condition. The surface of the later portrait is a little worn.
"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
John Belsches of Invermay was the eldest son of Alexander Belsches and Amelia, daughter of Sir Thomas Murray of Glendoick. He married twice, firstly Mary, the daughter of Daniel Stuart and secondly Margaret, daughter of Sir William Stuart of Castlemilk. A daughter from the second marriage, Emilia Stuart Belsches, acquired the estate of Fettercairn in circa 1777.