Lot 85
  • 85

W. B. Yeats

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • W. B. Yeats
  • The Library, Coole
  • [c.1897]
  • coloured pastels
  • 22 by 28cm., 8¾ by 11in.

Literature

Hilary Pyle, Yeats: Portrait of an Artistic Family, London, 1997, p. 152, fig. 94, illustrated

Condition

Fine condition, mounted, framed and glazed
"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

See also lot 76. Pyle, who illustrates this pastel in black and white, notes that W.B. Yeats' 'own pastels and watercolours are rare'.