- 487
Alexander Nasmyth
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nasmyth
- A view of Newbattle Abbey from the park
- Watercolour and bodycolour
- 415 by 545 mm
Provenance
Lord William Ancram, later 6th Marquess of Lothian (1763-1824)
Literature
R. Riddell, List of References to Alexander Nasmyth, 1791, unpublished
J.C.B. Cooksey, Alexander Nasmyth H.R.S.A.,Kranj 1991, p. 116
J.C.B. Cooksey, Alexander Nasmyth H.R.S.A.,Kranj 1991, p. 116
Condition
The work is in generally good condition. There is a repair to the sky, located on the right and other areas of surface dirt. There is a chip to the frame.
"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
Newbattle was originally a monastery, founded in the 12th Century by Cistercian monks. Shortly after the reformation it was converted into a family home by Mark Kerr, father of the 1st Earl of Lothian. As with lot ?, Nasmyth probably painted this view in 1789, therefore showing the mansion, long before William Burn and David Bryce’s 19th Century alterations.