LOT DETAILS

Materials:

Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gold mount set with diamonds

Measurements:

Condition:

Generally in good condition save for minor paint loss on table that has been well re-touched. "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."

Literature:

Williamson, 1906-08, vol. IV, no. 575 (as by Villiers);;
Friesen (ed.), 2001, p. 397, no. 24;;
Garnier-Pelle ; et al., 2007, p. 234;;
Pappe, 2015, p. 263, no. 277, illust.

Provenance:

John Pierpont Morgan (d. 1913), New York;; <br>sale, London, Christie's, 24 June 1935, lot 660;; <br>sale, London, Sotheby's, 21 March 1966, lot 151;; <br>with D.S. Lavender, London;; <br>with Edwin Bucher, Trogen, by 1981