Keith Vaughan
head study , 1946 (Executed)
Lot #116 |
2007-12-13 |
Sotheby's, London
20th Century British Art
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
GBP 7,000 - 10,000 (currency of sale)
USD 14,288 - 20,412 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L07143
Auction name: 20th Century British Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2007-12-13
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: 20th Century British Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 16.5 by 23.5cm.; 6Ā½ by 9Ā¼in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
16.5
Width In Centimeters:
23.5
Height In Inches:
6.5
Width In Inches:
9.25
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Year notes: Executed in 1946.
Provenance
Acquired from the artist in 1946 Osborne Samuel, London Condition The work is on wove paper which is not laid down. The sheet is taped into the mount. There is an artist's pinhole in the top left corner. The right and lower edges of the sheet are rough and uneven. <br><br>The paint surface is in good overall condition.<br><br>There is no sign of retouching under ultra-violet light.<br><br>Held behind glass within a mount in a gilded frame. "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."
Catalog summary
Keith Vaughan head study signed and dated 1946 gouache with charcoal and pen and ink 16.5 by 23.5cm.; 6Ā½ by 9Ā¼in. Provenance Acquired from the artist in 1946 Osborne Samuel, London Condition The work is on wove paper which is not laid down. The sheet is taped into the mount. There is an artist's pinhole in the top left corner. The right and lower edges of the sheet are rough and uneven. <br><br>The paint surface is in good overall condition.<br><br>There is no sign of retouching under ultra-violet light.<br><br>Held behind glass within a mount in a gilded frame. "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."