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After Michiel Jansz. van Mierevelt
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Michiel Jansz. van Mierevelt
- Portrait of Frederick Hendrick, Prince of Orange and Stadholder of the United Provinces (1584-1647), half-length, in armour
- oil on canvas, in a carved and gilt wood frame
Provenance
Acquired by the aunt of the present owner in April 1914 from J. St-Hensé, Duke St., London.
Condition
The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is generally secure with some scattered paint losses, areas of abrasion and discoloured retouchings visible to the naked eye. Inspection under UV light reveals some further old retouchings scattered throughout. Offered in a carved wood frame which has suffered some knocks.
"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
An 18th century copy after Mierevelt's original, last recorded with Hoogsteder and Hoogsteder in 1999.