30th Apr, 2019 11:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus')

 
  Lot 19
 

19

[M] JOHN THOMAS SERRES (ENGLISH, 1759-1825) - The Entrance to Plymouth Sound

JOHN THOMAS SERRES (ENGLISH, 1759-1825)

The Entrance to Plymouth Sound: a Vice Admiral of the Red drying his sails with his squadron laid up in ordinary, flanked by Mount Edgcumbe House and Saltram House with Devil's Point Fort

Oil on cradle panel, in carved gilt frame

Signed 'J.T.Serres' on stern of boat (lower mid-left) and dated '1808' on rock (lower centre)

29½ x 49in. (75 x 124.5cm.)

Provenance: With Leggatt Brothers, London, 1963

Sold for £37,200
Estimated at £10,000 - £15,000

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report

Middle right restoration to 9½in. crack and spotted minor retouching throughout, repaired split to lower edge, 1in above frame. Yellowing varnish, would respond well to a clean.

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.

 

JOHN THOMAS SERRES (ENGLISH, 1759-1825)

The Entrance to Plymouth Sound: a Vice Admiral of the Red drying his sails with his squadron laid up in ordinary, flanked by Mount Edgcumbe House and Saltram House with Devil's Point Fort

Oil on cradle panel, in carved gilt frame

Signed 'J.T.Serres' on stern of boat (lower mid-left) and dated '1808' on rock (lower centre)

29½ x 49in. (75 x 124.5cm.)

Provenance: With Leggatt Brothers, London, 1963

Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Hesperus'), 30th Apr, 2019

Pictures and Naval - 1-61

Sailor Art - 65-97

Shipwreck and East India Co. - 100-125

Collectables inc. Rowing, Liner and Fittings - 128-167

Instruments 170-249

Ship Models - 250-287

 

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