Lot 38
  • 38

CHRISTIAN RICHTER | Portrait of William Pulteney, later 1st Earl of Bath (1684-1764)

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Richter
  • Portrait of William Pulteney, later 1st Earl of Bath (1684-1764)
  • Watercolour and bodycolour on vellum, stained turned-wood frame;signed on the backing card with the artist's monogram and dated: CR / 1719
  • 91 by 72 mm.

Provenance

Sale, London, Christie's, 7 December 2004, lot 152

Condition

Overall very good save for some surface rubbing in background, which has resulted in a sheen.
"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

After graduating from Oxford, William Pulteney conducted a grand tour of the continent. He entered Parliament in 1705 and served there until 1742, whereupon he was created Earl of Bath by George II.