- 63
Attributed to Edward Troye
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Edward Troye
- Reel
- bears signature E. Troye (lower left)
- oil on canvas
- 20 by 25 in.
- 50.8 by 63.5 cm
Literature
Alexander Mackay-Smith, The Race Horses of America, Saratoga Springs, 1981, p. 428 (for a similar version)
Genevieve Baird Lacer, Edward Troye, Painter of Thoroughbred Stories, Kentucky, 2006, p. 200 (for a similar version)
Genevieve Baird Lacer, Edward Troye, Painter of Thoroughbred Stories, Kentucky, 2006, p. 200 (for a similar version)
Condition
The work is in good condition, the canvas is lined. There is craquelure throughout the work and a few areas of visible inpainting such as in the upper right hand corner. UNDER UV: There are areas of inpainting under the barrel of the horse and a few lines through the center of the work and on the horse.
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.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Reel, a grey mare foaled in 1838 was owned by T.J. Wells. Col. Wells' home Wellswood was located near Alexandria, Louisiana. Reel became one of the foundation mares for the Stud book. Reel was depicted by Troye when she was 20 years old. A larger version of thi🤡s painting is in the possession of the Jockey Club.