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JOHN WELLS | 3 Ovals
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- John Wells
- 3 Ovals
- signed, titled, dated 1944 and inscribed on the backing board
- oil and pencil on board, laid on the Artist's backing board
- Artist's backing board: 21.5 by 29.5cm.; 8½ by 11½in.; Image: 15 by 23cm.; 6 by 9in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Cornwall
Jonathan Clark & Co., London, where acquired by the present owner
Jonathan Clark & Co., London, where acquired by the present owner
Exhibited
London, Jonathan Clark & Co., St. Ives and British Modernism, 14th October - 13th November 1998, cat. no.18.
Condition
The board is laid down on to a backing board. The right hand edge of the board is slightly unevenly cut. There is some minor rubbing to the extreme edges of the board, with some tiny associated flecks of loss and minor nicks in places, particularly in the corners. There are one or two tiny scuffs to the surface. There are some minor scuffs, scratches and studio detritus to the backing board. There is also some minor surface dirt and studio matter in places. This excepting the work appears to be in excellent overall condition. Inspection under ultra violet light reveals fluorescence in keeping with the Artist's working methods and intentions. The work is float mounted and held behind glass in a simple wooden frame. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."