SIR OSWALD JOSEPH HORNBY BIRLEY, R.O.I., R.P. (BRITISH, 1880-1954)
Portrait of a Lady
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Price Realised GBP 13,860
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GBP 8,000 - GBP 12,000
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SIR OSWALD JOSEPH HORNBY BIRLEY, R.O.I., R.P. (BRITISH, 1880-1954)
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THIS CONDITION REPORT HAS BEEN PREPARED BY HAMISH DEWAR FINE ART CONSERVATION, IN THE CHRISTIE'S WAREHOUSE FOR THE PURPOSE OF THIS SALE.
Structural Condition The canvas is unlined and is securely attached to what appears to be the original keyed wooden stretcher. This is providing a stable structural support. Paint Surface The paint surface has an even varnish layer. There is an area to the left of the sitter's right arm where the varnish appears to be very slightly blanching. There is a small area of craquelure to the right of the sitter in the background. This is stable and only visible upon very close inspection. There is another area of craquelure in the background above the sitter's right shoulder, which is also stable and only visible upon very close inspection. Inspection under ultraviolet light shows a small retouching in the lower right of the composition, close to the lower horizontal turnover edge, measuring approximately 1.5 cm by 0.5 cm. Summary The painting would therefore appear to be in very good and stable condition.
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Lot 141Sale 21037
Portrait of a LadySIR OSWALD JOSEPH HORNBY BIRLEY, R.O.I., R.P. (BRITISH, 1880-1954)Estimate: GBP 8,000 - 12,000
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