Lot 388: William Wallace Wotherspoon 1821-1888 , The Concord Express

signed indistinctly W W Wotherspoon (lower right) oil on canvas Condition Note: canvas wax-lined, stretcher replaced, light craquelure, some surface soiling, frame abrasion, signature quite abraded, under UV light extensive inpainting to lower left among landscape, branches in sky, 1 1/2 inch patch of inpaint in mountain, another to right of carraige, shadows strengthened under bridge, scattered small spots of inpaint otherwise. We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

measurements 22 by 30 in. alternate measurements 56 by 76 cm.

(Sale: Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc., New York, November 6, 1968, lot 189)