Manner of Henry Scott Tuke Nude Male
Manner of Henry Scott Tuke
British
1858 - 1929
Nude Male
oil on canvas
canvas: 48 by 36 in.; 121.9 by 91.4 cm
Condition Report:
The canvas is wax lined. The paint surface is stable but soiled. Frame abrasions at all edges with areas of associated paint loss. Under UV light, areas of retouching visible in the figure, particularly to his left thigh, red covering, chest, neck, and face. Opaque varnish fluoresces green and may obscure further retouching.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Provenance:
Sale: Sotheby's, London, 2 March 1988, lot 29
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
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Manner of Henry Scott Tuke
British
1858 - 1929
Nude Male
oil on canvas
canvas: 48 by 36 in.; 121.9 by 91.4 cm
Condition Report:
The canvas is wax lined. The paint surface is stable but soiled. Frame abrasions at all edges with areas of associated paint loss. Under UV light, areas of retouching visible in the figure, particularly to his left thigh, red covering, chest, neck, and face. Opaque varnish fluoresces green and may obscure further retouching.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Provenance:
Sale: Sotheby's, London, 2 March 1988, lot 29
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
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