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Lot 523

George Romney, A Pair of Double Sided Ink Sketches

Estimate: $500 - $700
Current Bid
$250

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(British, 1734-1802)

Subjects possibly the Judgement of Paris and the Continence of Scipio, circa 1770s, both unsigned: one inscribed indistinctly in pencil upper left corner verso, also inscribed in pencil verso along mat liner, sheet 5-3/4 x 8-1/4 in.; 'chariot', unsigned, pencil inscriptions verso, also inscribed in pencil verso along mat liner, brown ink and pencil on laid paper, sheet 5-3/4 x 8-1/4 in.; matching parcel gilt wood and decorated frames, 12-3/4 x 15-1/4 x 1 in.

Provenance: Christopher Powney, London, 1991 (inscribed on mat verso); The Collection of Henry Koehler; Stair, September 22, 2021, lot 250; Private Collection

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Christopher Powney, London, 1991 (inscribed on mat verso); The Collection of Henry Koehler; Stair, September 22, 2021, lot 250; Private Collection

not examined out of frames, likely mounted to mat liners along edges, slight mat burn along edges, light foxing, toning, wave to papers, discoloration, "Figure" with pin sized hole lower left, corrosive ink, crease at upper right, "Chariot" with crease lower left; frames with wear and abrasions Note:Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.