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JOHN FREDERICK HERRING SNR. | Charles XII, Winner of the St. Leger and Gold Cup, Doncaster
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Charles XII, Winner of the St. Leger and Gold Cup, Doncaster
- signed and dated l.r.: J.F. Herring/ 1839.
- oil on panel
- 25 by 30cm., 10 by 12in.
Provenance
Sotheby's, 13 July 1994, lot 77, where purchased by the present owner
Literature
Engraved by C. Hunt, coloured by C. Simpson, 107 subscribers, published by A.H. & C.E. Baily, Cornhill;
Oliver Beckett, J.F. Herring & Sons, 1981, p.155, cat.no.425
Oliver Beckett, J.F. Herring & Sons, 1981, p.155, cat.no.425
Condition
The panel is sound and providing a good structural support for the painting. There are a few frame abrasions at the extreme left edge of the picture but otherwise there are no obvious condition issues. The picture may benefit from a light clean and revarnish. UNDER ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT The varnish appears opaque. The horse's name may have been strengthened. FRAME The picture is contained in a gilt frame with beaded decoration.
"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
Charles XII was the property of Andrew Johnston Esq. of Helleath House. As a three-year-old he started in 1839 three times and won. Over his lifetime he started twenty-three times and won sixteen races, including the Doncaster, Great St. Leger and eight cups.