- 36
Attributed to Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer
- A still life with a tulip, hyacinths, daffodils, snake's head fritillary, opium poppies and other flowers in a glass vase on a stone ledge
- oil on canvas
Condition
The actual painting is slightly softer in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests.
The canvas has a stable relining. Stretcher marks are slightly visible to the front. A small spot of retouching is visible in the upper left corner. The paint surface has grown thin in the background, mainly in the darker tones, and slightly in the reddish tones. Minor strengthening can be observed in the stems in the vase and upper centre. The paint surface is under a clear layer of varnish and covered with a dense craquelure pattern. Inspection under ultra violet light confirms the retouchings as mentioned above, and reveals an additional small spot of retouching in the red flowers centre right. Offered in a plain red and gilt wood frame, with a few chips. (MW)
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"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."