- 602
English School, late 19th Century
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- English School, late 19th Century
- Portrait of Hannah Rothschild, later the Countess of Rosebery (1851-1890)
- watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gold frame, inset into the interior of a green leather and velvet box, stamped: A.W. Dear & Co. / Hyde Park Corner / London / Countess of Crewe 1899
- Miniature: 68 by 52 mm; 2 5/8 by 2 in.; box: 365 mm; 14 1/2 in. (width)
Provenance
Possibly a wedding gift in 1899 from Hannah, Countess of Rosebery to her daughter, Peggy, Countess of Crewe.
Condition
The miniature has remained in good condition. The box is also well preserved although there is a little ware to the leather.
"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."