Charles Collins (Irish, circa 1680-1744) A pair of sandpipers

watercolour and bodycolour, 52.5 x 38cm; mount 81.5 x 66.5cm; unframed, Thomas Pennant's 1766 'British Zoology' recounted that in the 18th century 'these birds appear on the shores of Flintshire, in the winter time, in large flocks'. Condition Report, Condition Report, Stuck down to the mount by the top edge. Handling creases and rippling are evident. Time staining and foxing are visible to the sheet, browning is heavy to the margins, with tiny brown speckles emerging in places. The main image remains fresh and undisturbed. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

Estimate:£2,000

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