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John Frederick Herring Snr.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- John Frederick Herring Snr.
- One of the Scots Greys in a yard with dog and goats
- signed and dated lower centre: J.F. Herring Sen. 1855.
- oil on panel
- 14in by 18in
Provenance
Anonymous sale, London, Christie's, 29 July 1929, lot 68, for £15–15s. to S. Wylie.
Condition
The panel is uncradled, made up of a single plank and is flat and stable. The paint surface is clean and the varnish is clear and even. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals retouchings scattered along all four edges and a few in the sky and ground, but otherwise the work is in very good condition. Offered in a carved and gilt wood frame with minor losses.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
We are grateful to David Fuller for endorsing the attribution to John Frederick Herring Snr.