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Reverend Matthew William Peters R.A.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Reverend Matthew William Peters R.A.
- Portrait of a gentleman
- oil on canvas
half length, seated, wearing Van Dyck costume
Provenance
Captain Augustus Charles de Crespigny, Kings Rew, Fawley, Hampshire
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
There are no apparent tears or damages. There is a weave of craquelure.
ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals some refilling to old lines of craquelure, as well as some evidence of older retouching to the sitter's face, hair and costume.
FRAME
Held in a composite gilt 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."