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Mariano Fortuny Reus 1838-Rome 1874
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Mariano José María Bernardo Fortuny y Carbó
- Dos estudios: Paloma; Vasos y Campanas (Two studies: A Dove; Glasses and Bells)
one with the artist's Estate stamp l.r.; the other with the artist's Estate stamp on the reverse
both oil on panel
- one: 9 by 12.2cm., 3½ by 5in.; the other: 12.2 by 9cm., 5 by 3½in. (2)
Provenance
Estate of the artist; thence by descent to Cecilia de Madrazo (the artist's widow)
Cia Pigatti Salviati (a student of Mariano Fortuny), acquired from the above; thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
The panels are sound. There are no retouchings evident under ultraviolet light. There is a small hole towards the centre of the bottom edge in the study of 'A Dove' (visible in the catalogue illustration), otherwise both works are in good overall condition. Both held under glass in simple wooden slip frames.
"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."