Lot 43
  • 43

Follower of Pieter van Avont

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Pieter van Avont
  • The Virgin and Child in a landscape with the Infant Saint John the Baptist
  • oil on copper

Condition

The copper sheet is flat. The paint surface is largely secure with some scattered minor losses and scratches and a 1 cm area of paint loss to the lower right. There is, however, substantial frame abrasion particularly to the upper left corner. The varnish prevents thorough inspection under ultraviolet light but there appear to be strengthenings to the foreground foliage and the Virgin's blue robe. The lot is offered in a later painted wooden frame with a velvet mount.
"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."