Lot 267
  • 267

Francis Stevens

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • Francis Stevens
  • A view from Lincoln
  • Watercolour over traces of pencil, on laid paper;
    inscribed with the title verso
  • 271 by 387 mm

Provenance

Probably Sir William Forbes, 7th Bt. of Pitsligo (1773-1828)

Condition

This work is very fine condition. The colours are fresh and clear. There is some occasional surface dirt but this is generally minor. To the left of the composition is a small rubbed area, which can only be seen in a raking light. Overall the condition of this work is good.
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