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Attributed to Leandro da Ponte called Leandro Bassano Bassano del Grappa 1557 - 1622 Venice
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Leandro da Ponte called Leandro Bassano
- Portrait of a gentleman, three-quarter length, wearing an ermine-lined jacket
- inscribed upper left: OCTAs.VICs./SANSs./.M.DXCI.
- oil on canvas
Condition
The canvas has been relined. The paint surface has suffered abrasion and scattered paint losses, some of which have been infilled. The painting would benefit from a clean. The varnish has somewhat discoloured. Inspection under UV light reveals some old areas of retouching throughout. Offered in a carved wooden frame with some old inactive worm holes and some cracks.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.