After Sir Peter Paul Rubens

The panel has two large cracks running horizontally, one just above centre and one just below centre. The panel has strips of wood which secure the splits in the panel. There is paint loss towards the centre of the upper and lower edges, with some minor spots elsewhere. There are minor chips to the extreme edges and minor frame abrasion. There is a very minor surface crack to the lower left section. There is craquelure throughout. Ultraviolet light reveals minor retouching to some of the figures' faces as well as to the cracks in the panel. Held in a simple wooden frame in fair condition.
"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."

After the original in the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen (see M. Jaffé, Rubens, Milan 1989, p. 218, no. 371).