Lot 156
  • 156

Attributed to Enoch Seeman

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Enoch Seeman
  • Portrait of George, 4th Earl of Cardigan, later 1st Duke of Montagu (1712-1790)
  • inscribed upper left: The Right Honourable / George 4th Earl of Cardigan
  • oil on canvas, in a painted oval

Condition

STRUCTURE The canvas has not been lined. PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in good overall condition, however there are some very minor flecks of paint loss in the upper right and upper left caused by minor flaking. There is evidence of an old vertical repaired tear measuring approx. 8 cm. to the right of the sitter's shoulder. There are several minor scattered abrasions to the upper right and to the top of the canvas edge. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a dicoloured varnish overall and a few very very minor scattered retouchings. FRAME Held in a gilt wood frame. To speak to a specialist about this lot please contact Julian Gascoigne on +44 (0)207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@sothebys.com, or Ludo Shaw Stewart on +44 (0)207 293 5816, or at ludovic.shawstewart@sothebys.com.
"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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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.
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