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Peter-Mathys Gillemans
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Peter-Mathys Gillemans
- a still life with peaches, plums, grapes, figs, pomegranates and oranges, at the base of a column, together with rabbits, a kingfisher, a parrot and a butterfly
- signed lower centre on a stone ledge: Peeter:Gillemans
- oil on panel
Provenance
Anonymous sale, London, Sotheby's, 29 October 1980, lot 122, for £2,500.
Condition
The support consists of a single flat, stable panel which is bevelled on all four edges. The paint surface is secure and under a patchy varnish. This varnish impedes examination both with UV and white light. However, the painting appears to be in fairly good original condition. There are some minor superficial scratches. Offered in a carved and gilt wood frame with some damages.
"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
Peter-Mathys Gillemans was the lesser-known brother of Jan Pauwel Gillemans the younger (1651-1704).