IVON HITCHENS | Flowers on Green Background

Leicester Galleries, London, where acquired by the family of the present owner, 16th February 1940

The canvas is original. Upon extremely close inspection it is possible to see some minor craquelure in the orange pigment in the lower right corner. There is a small possible area of paint loss to the thick impasto of the white flower. There is a vertical line of surface dirt in the upper right corner, with some minor spots of dirt and studio detritus elsewhere. With the exception of the above the work appears to be in very good overall condition. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals no obvious signs of retouching or fluorescence. The work is held behind glass in an ornate, carved wooden frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any further questions regarding the present lot.
"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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We are grateful to The Estate of Ivon Hitchens for their kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.