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Circle of Frans Wouters
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
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Description
- Frans Wouters
- A forest landscape with Jupiter, disguised as Diana, bending over the reclining Callisto, an eagle and Cupid nearby
- oil on canvas
Condition
The illustration in the catalogue is representative for the actual painting.
The canvas is relined and the paint surface has somewhat flattened, especially in the foliage to the background. The impastos of the yellow highlights on the leaves are however nicely preserved. No damages are visible to the naked eye and the paint surface is in good and stable condition.
The glossy varnish is unevenly cleaned, a bit dirty in the areas of the foliage, but transparent in the sky and foreground.
Inspection under UV-light reveals spots of retouching in the sky, scattered spots in the foliage and trees and extensive retouchings in the figures.
Offered in a modern ebony parcel-gilt wood frame, in good condition. (JD).
"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."