Lot 51
  • 51

Follower of Joos van Cleve Cleve (?) Date Unknown - 1540/1 Antwerp

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

Description

  • Joos van Cleve
  • Portrait of a Man wearing a black coat
  • oil on panel
  • 18 3/4 by 13 3/4 in.
  • 47.5 by 35 cm.

Condition

Cradled panel. A vertical repair in panel across the center; very fine pigment craquelure in the greens and the blacks. The figure appears to be repainted on face, hat and coat. Under UV light: selective cleaning on the face and hands; the face is entirely repainted. Some other minor retouches are visible.
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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