STEPHEN SLAUGHTER | PORTRAIT OF WILLIAM GRAHAM OF PLATTEN HALL, COUNTY MEATH, THREE-QUARTER-LENGTH, HOLDING A SNUFF BOX
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
STEPHEN SLAUGHTER
London 1697 - 1765
PORTRAIT OF WILLIAM GRAHAM OF PLATTEN HALL, COUNTY MEATH, THREE-QUARTER-LENGTH, HOLDING A SNUFF BOX
signed and dated centre left: Willm Graham / Stepn Slaughter / Pinxit / Dublin / 1746
oil on canvas, in a carved and gilt wood frame
91 x 71.5 cm.; 35⅞ x 28⅛ in.
Condition Report:
The canvas is lined, and the paint surface is dirty with a discoloured varnish. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals some older, minor retouchings in the background notably to the right of the sitter's head in an area measuring approx. 5 x 3 cm., and to a small area in his right cheek. More recent intervention comprises small, scattered retouchings in the upper half of the sitter's chest, and a handful of small areas along the left and right margins. In overall very good condition and will respond well to cleaning.
"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."
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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
STEPHEN SLAUGHTER
London 1697 - 1765
PORTRAIT OF WILLIAM GRAHAM OF PLATTEN HALL, COUNTY MEATH, THREE-QUARTER-LENGTH, HOLDING A SNUFF BOX
signed and dated centre left: Willm Graham / Stepn Slaughter / Pinxit / Dublin / 1746
oil on canvas, in a carved and gilt wood frame
91 x 71.5 cm.; 35⅞ x 28⅛ in.
Condition Report:
The canvas is lined, and the paint surface is dirty with a discoloured varnish. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals some older, minor retouchings in the background notably to the right of the sitter's head in an area measuring approx. 5 x 3 cm., and to a small area in his right cheek. More recent intervention comprises small, scattered retouchings in the upper half of the sitter's chest, and a handful of small areas along the left and right margins. In overall very good condition and will respond well to cleaning.
"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."
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