AUGUSTUS JOHN, O.M., R.A. | Ida; Study for "The Way Down to the Sea"

Sale, Christie's London, 21st March 1996, lot 64, where acquired by the late owner

London, Arthur Tooth & Sons, Augustus John, March 1961, cat. no.30.

The sheet is secured to the mount with two tabs of adhesive tape in the upper corners. The sheet has been laid down on a supporting sheet. There are remnants of three previous tabs of adhesive tape on the reverse of the sheet. There are two old, restored tears in the upper left corner and at the middle of the right edge. There are some further very tiny nicks and tears to the edges of the sheet. There is evidence of foxing throughout the sheet, most visible around the edges of the work. There is mount staining at the edges of the sheet. There are one or two tiny further damages at the upper edge. The work is window mount and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. 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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