Lot 98
  • 98

ENGLISH SCHOOL | Sailor and Dog

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

  • English School
  • Sailor and Dog
  • signed LARVEY (lower left)
  • oil on canvas with rosewood frame
  • 61 by 51cm., 24 by 20in.

Provenance

Christie's, South Kensington, 12 July 2005, lot 14

Condition

The canvas is lined. Some abrasions to the edges and a craquelure pattern across the surface, which appears stable. May benefit from a light clean. Under ultraviolet light reveals retouchings to the edges and some infilling to craquelure around the window. A spot of retouching to the boy's left arm and a larger area near the lower right edge. Held in a rosewood frame. The present work was acquired by Stanley Seeger and Christopher Cone at Christie's, South Kensington, 12 July 2005, lot 14, for £1920 (hammer plus premium)
"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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