- 147
Neapolitan School, early 18th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Portrait of a lady, said to be Francesca Gornia, wife of Francesco del Veglia, half-length, wearing a white and red embroidered dress with white lace cuffs and collar and a red ribbon in her hair, holding an ink pen and a sketch book
- inscribed on the reverse: Ritratto di Francesca Gornia consorte del Dottre Francesco del Veglia
- oil on canvas, in a carved and gilt wood frame
Condition
The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is generally secure and under a somewhat dirty varnish. There are some very small scattered paint losses and scattered retouchings are visible to the naked eye. Inspection under UV light reveals further scattered retouchings and strengthenings. Offered in a carved gilt wood frame.
"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."