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Francis Davis Millet 1846 - 1912
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis Davis Millet
- Luncheon on the Moor: The Howard Townsend Family taking a break from a Highland shoot
- signed F.D. Millet, l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 19 1/4 by 31 in.
- 48.9 by 78.7 cm.
Provenance
Commissioned by the sitter circa 1900
By descent in the family to the present owner
Condition
In good condition, the canvas is not lined. The surface is dirty. Scattered craquelure, pinholes in the corners, small loss at lower center UNDER UV: no apparent inpainting
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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.