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The surface is stable. The canvas has been glue relined. There is minor scuffing at the extreme edges. Under UV light inspection, there are a few dots of retouching at the extreme edges. There are a few dots of retouching in her neck and chest and one in drapery on the front of her proper left shoulder. There is a spot of retouching on her chin and there are small spots and lines in the background above her head. At the top of her hair is a small area of retouching. There is retouching in the upper right (not on the signature) and lower left corner.
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Lot 4Sale 20837
Study of a Classical BeautyJOHN WILLIAM GODWARD, R.B.A. (BRITISH, 1861-1922)Estimate: USD 40,000 - 60,000
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