- 171
German School, 18th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A still life with pomegranates, an orange and a pear in a basket with a partly peeled lemon, a knife and a lantern on a draped table;A still life with a plate of grapes, flowers and an orange on a wooden ledge
- a pair, both oil on panel
Condition
The support of the former consists of a split panel glued together by cloth. The latter consists of sinlge slightly bowed panel. The paint surface of both is generally secure althought the paint has thinned a little, particularly in the background. Inspection under UV light is hindered by the thick varnish (apart form the recent retouching to the jar in the former and the grapes in the latter) although extensive strengthenings are apparent to the naked eye. Offered in later wooden painted 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."
Catalogue Note
(one illustrated)