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Provenance

Private collection Condition The board appears to be sound. A minor spot of paint loss near upper left corner and minor fleck of paint loss in dress of blued lady on the left; otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. <br><br>Under ultraviolet light there appear to be no signs of retouching. <br><br>Held under glass in a cream composite frame; unexamined out of 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

Patrick Leonard The Rugby Match signed l.r.: P. LEONARD oil on canvasboard 30.5 by 40cm., 12 by 16in. Provenance Private collection Condition The board appears to be sound. A minor spot of paint loss near upper left corner and minor fleck of paint loss in dress of blued lady on the left; otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. <br><br>Under ultraviolet light there appear to be no signs of retouching. <br><br>Held under glass in a cream composite frame; unexamined out of 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."