Lot 85
  • 85

EDWARD NASH | Portrait of Mrs Charles Tucker, when a child, seated in the lap of an Indian servant, circa 1805

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Paul Nash
  • Portrait of Mrs Charles Tucker, when a child, seated in the lap of an Indian servant, circa 1805
  • Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, silver frame;reputedly inscribed on the reverse: Mrs Charles Tucker, Mother of Francis India I.C.S.
  • 102 by 85 mm.

Provenance

Edward Grosvenor Paine (1911-1989), New Orleans, by 1970;
his sale, London, Sotheby's, 22 June 1981, lot 169

Condition

Some very minor paint loss in lower area of servant's gown (probably due to blistering of gum arabic) retouched in two areas. This is not very conspicuous.
"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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