Lot 85
  • 85

PHILIP WILSON STEER | Shoreham-by-Sea

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Philip Wilson Steer, O.M., N.E.A.C.
  • Shoreham-by-Sea
  • signed and dated 1926
  • oil on canvas
  • 51 by 81.5cm.; 20 by 32in

Provenance

Leicester Galleries, London, where acquired by the parents of the late owner (probably)

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There is a long, restored diagonal scratch in the sky in the upper right quadrant. There are some incredibly fine lines of craquelure in the extreme upper right corner, only visible upon close inspection. There is some surface dirt and studio matter in places. This excepting the work appears to be in very good overall condition. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals an area of fluorescence to the aforementioned scratch as well as smaller instances to the upper left and lower right corners, possibly in line with a previous frame abrasion. The work is held within a carved and moulded gilt wooden frame with a linen slip. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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.
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