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Cesare Dell'Acqua Italian, 1821-1904
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Description
- Cesare Dell'Acqua
- Presenting the Garlands
signed Cesare dell'Acqua c.l.; dated 1870 l.l.
oil on canvas, irregular shape
- 228 by 410cm., 89¾ by 162in.
Provenance
Purchased by the father-in-law of the present owner prior to 1920; thence by descent
Condition
Original canvas with beautifully intact impasto. There is a 5cm long fine line of paint abrasion to the lower left corner and a small puncture. There is another small hole to one of the fingers of the lady to the far left. There are no signs of retouching visible under ultra-violet light. Overall this work is in good original 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."
Catalogue Note
Please note that this lot will be stored at King's Warehouse and is viewable by appointment. For further information please call +44 (0)20 8232 5600 and consult the Warehouse, Storage and Collection Information page at the back of the catalogue.