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Jan Anthonisz. van Ravensteyn The Hague ca. 1570-1657
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jan Anthonisz. van Ravensteyn
- Portrait of a man
dated and signed Anno 1612/ Ravensteyn F lower right
- oil on panel laid down on particle board, oval
- 30 by 23 3/8 in.
- 76 by 59.5 cm.
Condition
The work appears to be a transfer from an older panel to a new particle board; the original panel had two vertical joins, which are now lifting from the support board; there is some bubbling through the work; retouching along the joins and the rest of the work are visible with the naked eye. Under UV light: fine retouching to the right eye and the left cheek; inpainting to the joins and some other spots in 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.