Lot 228
  • 228

Giacomo de Chirico

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Giacomo de Chirico
  • he loves me, he loves me not
  • signed and dated l.r.: G. di Chirico 1872
  • oil on panel
  • 54 by 44cm.; 21¼ by 17¼in.

Condition

There is a surface crack to the panel (approx. 6cm. long) along the upper centre. There are scattered spots of retouching throughout the background and to sections of the edges visible under ultraviolet light, and a small chip to the paint surface, lower centre. Otherwise this work is in good condition, with bright colours. Held in a decorative plaster 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."