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Provenance

Phoenix Gallery, Lavenham, where acquired by the parents of the present owners in the 1970s Condition Sound board.<br><br>There are some minor frame abrasions visible to the extreme edges. Excepting this, the work appears in excellent overall condition.<br><br>The nature of the materials makes for a difficult ultraviolet light reading, but there appears no obvious signs of fluorescence or retouching.<br><br>Housed in a thick wooden frame.<br><br>Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding 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

Reginald Brill Calf signed oil on board 49 by 39.5cm.; 19½ by 15½in. Provenance Phoenix Gallery, Lavenham, where acquired by the parents of the present owners in the 1970s Condition Sound board.<br><br>There are some minor frame abrasions visible to the extreme edges. Excepting this, the work appears in excellent overall condition.<br><br>The nature of the materials makes for a difficult ultraviolet light reading, but there appears no obvious signs of fluorescence or retouching.<br><br>Housed in a thick wooden frame.<br><br>Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding 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."