Lot 158
  • 158

Dans le goût de Michiel Jansz. van Mierevelt

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Portrait en pied de deux officiers
  • Huile sur toile
  • 192 x 126 cm ; 75 5/8 by 49 5/8 in

Condition

To the naked eye: The painting appears in moderately satisfactory condition. The canvas has been lined.We notice a fold on the canvas that has caused some losses in the left border (30 cm. long), 60 cm from the bottom. We notice 3 scratches on the floor at the lower part of the composition and a small hole above the tip of the right officer's left foot and a restoration next to the officer on the right, 20 cm. long. We notice a lot of repaints (some due to pictorial matter's losses). We notice a small hollow on the right shoulder of the left officer. Under UV light: We notice a uniform green varnish. We notice numerous repaints already mentioned.
"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."