Lot 58
  • 58

Circle of Godfried Schalcken

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Godfried Schalcken
  • portrait of a lady, three quarter length, wearing a white chemisette, a blue skirt and a red shawl, a landscape and fountain beyond
  • oil on panel, in a carved wood frame

Condition

The single panel is flat, stable, uncradled and bevelled along the four edges. The paint surface is generally secure and under a thick glossy varnish. Some discoloured retouchings are visible to the naked eye. Further retouchings flouresce under UV light. Offered in a carved wood frame which has suffered some knocks and 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."