William Hoggatt (British 1880-1961), Evening on the Manx Cumagh, signed lower left, signed additionally and titled on label verso, watercolour, measurements 8.4 x 11 cm together with a further coastal watercolour of the Isle of Man by the same hand (2)

Condition Report

Evening on the Manx Cumagh: A watercolour painting, framed under glazing- not examined external to the frame. There is some evidence of staining at the top and top-left edge against the mount. The sheet appears in good condition- no obvious evidence for any tears, creases, folds and the paint surface appears stable and colours well preserved. The mount has evidence of ageing (browning) of the paper and foxing , the frame has general wear and tear.

Isle of Man: a watercolour painting, framed under glazing- not examined external to the frame. The sheet appears in good condition, no obvious evidence for damage such as tears, creasing or losses. The paint surface appears stable and colours well preserved. Ageing to the mount and general wear and tear to the frame.

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