- 208
Neapolitan School, 17th Century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The philosopher Anaximander holding some of his writings
- inscribed on the paper lower right: ANASSIMANDRO (NA in ligature)
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Collection of Prof. Hans Best, Munich (1874-1942) (according to an inscription on the reverse).
Condition
The canvas has an old relining and has a 5cm. addition to the top edge. The painting has fairly recently been cleaned and restored and is in fairly good overall condition. The varnish is shiny but clear. Inspection under UV light reveals quite extensive and fastidious spot retouching to the darks, with some further local retouchings to the face and the hands and to the left background. There is a repaired 2 by 2cm damage on the man's left shoulder. The canvas addition and above it has been repainted. Offered in a modern parcel gilt wood frame in good condition.
"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."