Robert Anning Bell Mushroom Gatherers
Property from the Collection of Seymour Stein
Robert Anning Bell
British
1863 - 1933
Mushroom Gatherers
signed and dated Robert Anning Belle. '10 (lower right)
watercolor on paper
sheet: 22 3/4 by 17 1/2 in.; 57.7 by 44.4 cm
framed: 26 3/4 by 21 3/4 in.; 67.9 by 55.2 cm
Condition Report:
The sheet is fully laid down. The surface is soiled but the image reads well. Slight mat burn to the right edge which extends past the backing by approximately 1/4 of an inch with a corresponding crease.
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:
G.M. Byron Esquire, London
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Property from the Collection of Seymour Stein
Robert Anning Bell
British
1863 - 1933
Mushroom Gatherers
signed and dated Robert Anning Belle. '10 (lower right)
watercolor on paper
sheet: 22 3/4 by 17 1/2 in.; 57.7 by 44.4 cm
framed: 26 3/4 by 21 3/4 in.; 67.9 by 55.2 cm
Condition Report:
The sheet is fully laid down. The surface is soiled but the image reads well. Slight mat burn to the right edge which extends past the backing by approximately 1/4 of an inch with a corresponding crease.
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:
G.M. Byron Esquire, London
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