$2,091
Attributed to Thomas Rowlandson (British, 1756-1827) A Blowing or Bunt... Unsigned, titled l.r., with a collector's stamp l.l. (see below). Ink and watercolor on paper, sight size 12 3/4 x 9 in. (32.5 x 22.7 cm), framed. Condition: Toning, not examined out of frame. Provenance: Purchased from F.R. Meatyard, London, in November of 1963, by George Wald, to the estate of George Wald, Cambridge, Massachusetts. N.B. The collector's stamp is that of Louis Deglatigny (1854-1936) of Rouen, France (Lugt, 1768a). The original bill of sale from F.R. Meatyard accompanies the lot. Property from the estate of George Wald. Estimate $300-500 When the frame was opened during preview, and the sheet is laid down on a secondary heavy piece of paper which is decorated with an applied ink border. The sheet itself measures 13 x 9 1/4 in. The work shows fading and toning, with a small stain to the u.l. quadrant. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-01-26
