Details

Provenance

Halycon Gallery, Birmingham, 1992 Whence purchased by the present owner

Exhibited

Birmingham, International Convention Centre, in accosiation with The Halcyon Gallery, 8 January 1994, no.182

Literature

The artist in a statement in 1997; ' In the case of The Painter with Women I wanted to be particularly accurate in the sense of representing reality. This is much harder to do on a larger scale. I still hold the view that some of those images, like Anna in the pink dress or the rear view of Esther, are very stong pieces, some of my better work. ' Frances Mallet (ed.), R.O. Lenkiewicz , White Lane Press 1997, p.112 Condition There are some very small spots of staining in the lower left section of the drapery. Otherwise the work is in excellent condition. Held in a gilt and black wooden 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

Robert Lenkiewicz Study / Esther Dallaway signed twice, inscribed THE PAINTER WITH WOMEN, Observations on the theme of the 'Double', Project 18, 'St Anthony' theme; 'Daemon' Series, and titled on the reverse oil on canvas 94 by 131cm.; 37 by 51½in. Provenance Halycon Gallery, Birmingham, 1992 Whence purchased by the present owner Exhibited Birmingham, International Convention Centre, in accosiation with The Halcyon Gallery, 8 January 1994, no.182 Literature The artist in a statement in 1997; ' In the case of The Painter with Women I wanted to be particularly accurate in the sense of representing reality. This is much harder to do on a larger scale. I still hold the view that some of those images, like Anna in the pink dress or the rear view of Esther, are very stong pieces, some of my better work. ' Frances Mallet (ed.), R.O. Lenkiewicz , White Lane Press 1997, p.112 Condition There are some very small spots of staining in the lower left section of the drapery. Otherwise the work is in excellent condition. Held in a gilt and black wooden 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."