Lot 143
- 143
Thornton, Robert John, A group of 8 handcolored engraved plates from 'The Temple of Flora', Robert John Thornton, A group of eight coloured engraved plates from 'The Temple of Flora', 1799-1807
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Robert John Thornton
- A group of eight coloured engraved plates from 'The Temple of Flora', 1799-1807
- engraving, timber
- each 77cm. high, 63cm. wide (framed)
comprising "A group of Auriculas", "The American Cowslip", "Tulips", "The Superb Lilly", "The Night Blowing Cercus", "Roses, "Hyancinths", "A group of Carnations", on giltwood frames by F.A.Polak, uniformly matted, glazed, and framed, not examined out of frames
Condition
Highly decorative in overall good condition and ready to place. Please note the prints have not been inspected out of frames.
"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."