Terence Lambert (b.1951) Detailed Study of a Coot, signed bottom left, watercolour, measurements 25.5 x 22 cm (i), frame 45 x 41.5 cm

Provenance: consigned from a significant private collection of Wildlife Art, illustrated in Collins' British Birds p.157

Condition Report
The painting is a watercolour, framed under glazing, not examined external to the frame. The paper appears in good condition without evidence for any rips, creasing or folds, there is some general ageing (yellowing) of the paper which is evident at the bottom when the current vendor had the piece reframed- there is a lighter area next to the bottom edge of the new mount. The paint condition appears well preserved and stable, no visible evidence for any deterioration or paint loss. The mount and frame appear in good condition with solid joints.

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