- 175
German School, 18th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A serving girl rejecting the amorous advances of a suitor;A noble lady with her attendants in an interior
- oil on panel, a pair, framed as ovals
Condition
Both panels are flat, stable and uncradled. The paint surfaces are generally sound with some minor frame abrasion and scattered and somewhat discoloured retouchings to both, which are visible when inspected under UV light. Offered in modern gilt wood frames in Louis XVI style in fair condition with some very minor losses.
"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
The composition of the former painting derives from the couple on the left hand side of Nicolas Lancret's Old Age from The Four Ages of Man in London, National Gallery (see M. Tavener Holmes, Nicolas Lancret, New York 1991, p. 21, cat. no. 5b, reproduced.)