Lot 24
  • 24

Italian School 18th Century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • Italian School
  • Portrait of a gentleman holding a letter
  • inscribed Al M:mo Sigr./Co: Gio: Angl(a?)/ Magme: della Rega.di Spaga./ e Canar: Mr. di/ Castiglia on the letter
  • oil on canvas
  • 40 3/4 by 33 in.
  • 103.5 by 83.8 cm.

Condition

Not lined. The canvas is loose in the stretcher; a vertical repair with corresponding patch on reverse at lower left; a repaired puncture at center left; stretcher marks across the center; very soiled and dull varnish. Under UV light: some old inpainting on the repairs and the background.
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.
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