- 100
Follower of Sir Godfrey Kneller
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir Godfrey Kneller
- Portrait of Leonard Bartholomew and his wife Elizabeth Miller
- both inscribed with sitter's name upper right
- oil on canvas (2 works)
- each 49 1/2 by 40 in.
- 126 by 101.5 cm.
Condition
Both lined. Surface in good condition, except for two scuffs at lower right on female portrait. Very dark varnish. Under UV light: opaque varnish but inpainting on man's left sleeve and large areas of inpainting on woman's dress.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.