Lot 528 , Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827) Tending the invalid, a sketch of figures on a staircase verso, 11.25 x 8.5in. Provenance: Sothebys Londo

Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)
pen, ink and watercolour
Tending the invalid, a sketch of figures on a staircase verso,
11.25 x 8.5in. Provenance: Sotheby's London 11th July 1996 Lot 11
Estimate £800-1,200

Ink and watercolour on paper which shows some undulation is thought not to be laid down, no doubt somewhat faded but still retaining fair strength of colour, a few tiny scattered fox marks and dirt specks but overall fair condition, housed in a washline mount and gilt frame, Sotheby's label verso, back of the work is also glazed to show the small sketch verso.


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Sold for £800