Lot 883 , Edward Lear (1812-1888) Stilo 10.5 x 7.75in.

Edward Lear (1812-1888)
ink and watercolour
'Stilo' inscribed and dated 'August 17, 1847' and numbered in pencil '109'
10.5 x 7.75in.
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Work on paper which looks to be laid down onto a paper backing and showing undulation throughout, colours remain strong, paper remains in a whiteish tone but there is numerous brown marking showing through the work presumably from the glue used to lay it down, title and date lower left, housed in a plain card mount and slim gilt frame, remnants of an old backing board for Victor Mahy retained verso, comes with an A4 file giving further details about the work, comes for sale from a private collection.


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Sold for £1,000