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Arthur Devis (1712 - 1787)
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Portrait of a gentleman, said to be a member of the Orlebar family, seated with a dog at his feet
- oil on canvas
- 21 1/4 by 17 1/8 in.; 54 by 43.5 cm.
Condition
The canvas is lined. The painting presents a handsome image underneath a slightly dirty varnish. The paint surface has been slightly pressed as a result of the relining. Inspection under UV reveals some scattered thin strokes of retouching throughout the background, chair and figure. The most prominent spots of retouches are on the darker colors and the sitter's face. The painting is offered in an elaborately carved, gilded 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Arthur Devis has been known to paint members of the Orlebar family, such as John Orlebar.1 1E. D’Oench, Arthur Devis (1712-1787): Master of the Georgian Conversation Piece, unpublished PhD Thesis 1979, vol. I, pp. 47-48, 54, vol. II, pp. 394-393, cat. no. 124.