John Wells
Landscape , 1959 (Executed)
Lot #95 |
2011-05-25 |
Sotheby's, London
20th Century British Art
Category:
Landscape
Estimate:
GBP 3,000 - 5,000 (currency of sale)
USD 4,812 - 8,020 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L11141
Auction name: 20th Century British Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2011-05-25
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: 20th Century American Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 18 by 33.5cm.; 7 by 13Ā¼in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
18
Width In Centimeters:
33.5
Height In Inches:
7
Width In Inches:
13.25
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Year notes: Dated 1959-60.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the Artist by George E. Dix, Jr. and thence by descent to the present owner Condition The board is sound and is adhered to the cream mount by pieces of adhesive tape stuck to the reverse.<br><br>The work appears in excellent original condition. <br><br>Under ultraviolet light certain areas fluoresce but these do not appear to be retouchings.<br><br>Held in a simple wood frame with a cream mount under glass.<br><br>Please telephone the department on 0207 293 6424 if you have any questions about the present work. "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
John Wells Landscape signed, titled, dated 1959-60 and inscribed with the artist's address both on the reverse and on an artist'sĀ label attached to the backboard oil on board 18 by 33.5cm.; 7 by 13Ā¼in. Provenance Acquired directly from the Artist by George E. Dix, Jr. and thence by descent to the present owner Condition The board is sound and is adhered to the cream mount by pieces of adhesive tape stuck to the reverse.<br><br>The work appears in excellent original condition. <br><br>Under ultraviolet light certain areas fluoresce but these do not appear to be retouchings.<br><br>Held in a simple wood frame with a cream mount under glass.<br><br>Please telephone the department on 0207 293 6424 if you have any questions about the present work. "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."