- 94
Follower of Johann König
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Johann König
- Cupid and Psyche
- oil on copper
Provenance
Baron Maximilian Speck von Sternberg (1776-1856) by whose descendants given to the present owner.
Literature
Probably Specksche Gemälde-Sammlung in Leipzig, Leipzig 1827, p. 6, no. 18;
Probably Sammlung Freiherr von Speck zu Sternberg, 1889, p. 16, no. 271;
Probably H. Guratzsch, Maximilian Speck von Sternburg: ein Europäer der Goethezeit als Kunstsammler, exhibition catalogue, Leipzig 1998, p. 464, as attributed to Adam Elsheimer.
Condition
The flat copper plate is stable. There are some small scattered paint losses visible to the naked eye and some slight frame abrasion can be made out. The paint surface is under a yellowed varnish and presents some scattered discoloured retouchings. Offered in a carved wood frame with minor losses.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 Sotheby's 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."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 Sotheby's 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."