Lot 415
  • 415

Florentine School, 16th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Florentine School, 16th century
  • Portrait of a lady
  • oil on panel
  • 8 1/4 by 6 7/8 in.; 21 by 17.5 cm.

Condition

Oil on panel. There are two minor varnish scratches: one to the left of the sitterÂ’s head and another slightly above and left of her hair. Surface dirt. Under UV light, there is a green fluorescing varnish visible at all four edges and across the center of the picture. There are two small areas of inpainting visible: one to the left of the subjects right eye and another to the right of the subjectÂ’s locket. In overall 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.
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