Lot 2
- 2
Drawings by Distinguished Strangers c.1907 - 1915
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Drawings by Distinguished Strangers c.1907 - 1915
- A Slade School sketch book containing works by Augustus John, Henry Tonks, Derwent Lees, Roy Morris, Albert Rothenstein and others.
some signed and inscribed
executed variously in pen, ink and pencil
32 drawings
- the largest: 32 by 25.5cm.; 12½ by 10in.
Provenance
James Dickson Innes, who studied at the Slade School, 1905-1908. Inscribed, titled and dated by him on the inside cover.
Condition
Many of the edges of the sheets are variously torn. Some of the works have been stuck down to the sheets within the book. There are some spots of staining to a few of the works. The edges of the sheets in the book are discoloured, as are some of the sheets laid down upon them.
Please refer for the department to discuss the condition in detail.
"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."
"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."