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Jack B. Yeats, R.H.A.
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jack B. Yeats, R.H.A.
- Artist's Wooden Box for Pencils, etc., decorated with a pirate theme
- WOODEN BOX
approx. 75 x 95 x 300mm., wooden box, hinged with lid, designs in ink and watercolour by Jack B. Yeats on five sides, partially erased inscription on base including 'Christmas Dec. 25th 1901',
Literature
N. Gordon Bowe and E. Cumming, The Arts and Crafts Movements in Dublin and Edinburgh, 1880-1930, Irish Academic Press, 1998, no.209, p.208
Condition
Some fading
"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
The designs, on a pirate theme, include a skull and crossbones together with the artist's monogram. The pirate illustrated bears a close resemblance to Theodore, one of the artist's favourite characters who recurs in his sea-faring miniature plays. Made circa 1902.