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Circle of Richard Wilson, R.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Richard Wilson, R.A.
- The Temple of Sybil in Tivoli, Italy
- Black chalks on laid paper;
stamped lower right with Earl Spencer’s collectors mark (L. 1530) - 195 by 262 mm
Provenance
George John, 2nd Earl Spencer (1758-1834)
Condition
This drawing has survived well. the medium remains vivid and strong. There is some surface dirt to the sheet and the occasional foxmark. The work is laid down to an early mount.
"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.
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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 drawing is composed with great freedom and was probably drawn on the spot, while the artist visited Tivoli. It shows the Temple of Sybil which, for the 18th Century grand tourist, was one of the major cites to be visited. Richard Wilson painted it on a number of occasions. The most celebrated image is perhaps The Temple of the Sibyl, Tivoli, an oil on canvas that dates to 1752 and which is now in the National Gallery of Ireland.