- 990
American School, 19th Century
Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- American School, 19th Century
- Theorem Painting Still Life of Fruit in a Staffordshire Bowl and Stand
- Watercolor, pen and ink with stencils on paper
- 7 1/2 by 9 1/2 in.
a label attached to the wood backing states, always in Ma Emery's dining room, a still life with fruit; in what appears to be original frame and wood backing.
Provenance
Peter Eaton Antiques, Newbury, Massachusetts.
Condition
The paper has darkened over time. There is a 3-inch scratch to the top right pear and a 1-inch scratch just to the right of the church steeple painted on the bowl. From the reverse of the paper, there is a 3-inch diameter brown ring, varying in width from 1/2-inch to 1-inch, the ring is visible from the front although only slightly.
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.