12th May, 2015 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Sandwich)

 
  Lot 20
 

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[M] δ MONTAGUE DAWSON (BRITISH, 1895-1973): Yeoman and Lalage - six metre yachts off Isle of Wight

δ MONTAGUE DAWSON (BRITISH, 1895-1973)
Yeoman and Lalage - six metre yachts off Isle of Wight
Signed 'Montague Dawson' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
24 x 36in. (61 x 91.5cm.)

Provenance: Sotheby's, May 11th 1994, lot 240.


•George Nicholson
Joining in 1961 as a non-executive Director of the famous firm of Camper & Nicholson, George, second son of the great designer Charles Nicholson, has yachting in his blood which has informed the greater part of his active career. Although technically retired, George remains an enthusiastic yachtsman and avid yachting historian as this substantial library and collection attest. When not afloat, George and his wife divide their time between properties in Switzerland and the South of France and, as these have become too large for their present needs, he has decided to part with a library he has spent many years amassing. A huge range of volumes, each with a bookplate, offer the serious researcher and unrivalled opportunity to add to (or create) significant libraries of their own.
George became a fan of the contemporary French painter Guy L'Hostis over twenty years ago and, as a keen and critical observer, judges him "the best technical artist alive today" - less photographic than some, L'Hostis's genius is his ability to capture the spirit of a moment with accuracy and a "period" feel - undoubtedly helped by reference to the Beken of Cowes photographs of the period, he needs no more than a light touch of his brush to achieve what others strive for without success. The selection offered here represent private commissions undertaken to represent the greatest of the Camper & Nicholson yachts largely built in the great days of the J-Class and designed by his father, Charles Nicholson.

Sold for £7,440
Estimated at £6,000 - £8,000

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Spinnaker re-touched on main yacht; otherwise good condition.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. 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 Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 

δ MONTAGUE DAWSON (BRITISH, 1895-1973)
Yeoman and Lalage - six metre yachts off Isle of Wight
Signed 'Montague Dawson' (lower left)
Oil on canvas
24 x 36in. (61 x 91.5cm.)

Provenance: Sotheby's, May 11th 1994, lot 240.


•George Nicholson
Joining in 1961 as a non-executive Director of the famous firm of Camper & Nicholson, George, second son of the great designer Charles Nicholson, has yachting in his blood which has informed the greater part of his active career. Although technically retired, George remains an enthusiastic yachtsman and avid yachting historian as this substantial library and collection attest. When not afloat, George and his wife divide their time between properties in Switzerland and the South of France and, as these have become too large for their present needs, he has decided to part with a library he has spent many years amassing. A huge range of volumes, each with a bookplate, offer the serious researcher and unrivalled opportunity to add to (or create) significant libraries of their own.
George became a fan of the contemporary French painter Guy L'Hostis over twenty years ago and, as a keen and critical observer, judges him "the best technical artist alive today" - less photographic than some, L'Hostis's genius is his ability to capture the spirit of a moment with accuracy and a "period" feel - undoubtedly helped by reference to the Beken of Cowes photographs of the period, he needs no more than a light touch of his brush to achieve what others strive for without success. The selection offered here represent private commissions undertaken to represent the greatest of the Camper & Nicholson yachts largely built in the great days of the J-Class and designed by his father, Charles Nicholson.

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