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Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Benjamin Williams Leader, R.A.
- The Stream from the Hills
- signed and dated l.l.: B.W.LEADER. 1884.
- oil on canvas
- 61 by 91.5cm., 24 by 36in.
Provenance
Grogan & Company, Boston, 30 October 1995, lot 517;
Richard Green, London;
Private collection
Richard Green, London;
Private collection
Condition
This picture is unlined and in good condition. There is a small hole in the canvas in the bottom right corner, below the boulder (visible in the catalogue illustration).
UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
There are minor flecked retouchings in the sky and a few minor retouchings in the landscape but these have been well-executed and are not excessive.
FRAME
This picture is contained in a moulded plaster sweep 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."