Details

Provenance

Austin Desmond Fine Art, whence purchased by Mr and Mrs Milnes-Smith,  14th March 1987.

Exhibited

London, Austin/Desmond Fine Art, Keith Vaughan: Paintings, Gouaches, Watercolours and Drawings 1936-1976 , April 1988, no.35, illustrated. Condition The tip of the upper left corner of the board has been scuffed but otherwise the work appears to be in excellent original condition, sound and stable throughout.<br><br>Inspection under UV light does not appear to reveal any later retouchings.<br><br>Presented behind glass in a simple gilt wood frame - the frame has various tiny chips but is structurally sound. "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." Catalogue Note To be sold with a copy of the purchase invoice dated 14 March 1987 and a copy of the exhibition catalogue.

Catalog summary

Keith Vaughan Winter Fields 1948 signed, inscribed with title and dated 1948 on the reverse oil on board 25.5 by 30.5cm., 10 by 12in. Provenance Austin Desmond Fine Art, whence purchased by Mr and Mrs Milnes-Smith,  14th March 1987. Exhibited London, Austin/Desmond Fine Art, Keith Vaughan: Paintings, Gouaches, Watercolours and Drawings 1936-1976 , April 1988, no.35, illustrated. Condition The tip of the upper left corner of the board has been scuffed but otherwise the work appears to be in excellent original condition, sound and stable throughout.<br><br>Inspection under UV light does not appear to reveal any later retouchings.<br><br>Presented behind glass in a simple gilt wood frame - the frame has various tiny chips but is structurally sound. "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." Catalogue Note To be sold with a copy of the purchase invoice dated 14 March 1987 and a copy of the exhibition catalogue.