Lot 749 , William Simpson (1823-1899) Tomb of Frederick Austen Richardson, 4.5 x 7.25in. & 5 x 7.25in.

William Simpson (1823-1899)
two watercolours
'Tomb of Frederick Austen Richardson, Died at Ahmednuggar, 4th August 1843' signed with label verso, and 'Ahmednuggar salabat Khan's Tomb, 1871' initialled,
4.5 x 7.25in. & 5 x 7.25in.
Estimate £800-1,200

Two watercolours in the lot.
Tomb of F.A.R has a diagonal scratch that can be clearly seen. In addition there is some insect damage mostly on the left up towards the top. Colours strong.
In the original mount and frame which are very tatty (glass missing - probably the cause of the scratch). Has artist's label verso.
Armenuggar Tomb - still under glass. Looks rather faded and foxed. Original frame and mount are very tatty.


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Sold for £800