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Sir Godfrey Kneller Lübeck 1646 - 1723 London
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir Godfrey Kneller
- Portrait of the Duchess of Newcastle
- oil on canvas
- 15 by 12 in.
- 38.2 by 30.5 cm.
Provenance
Henry Graves & Co., London, 1893
Collection of Daniel Appleton
(Sale: Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, March 30, 1944, lot 55)
Collection of Daniel Appleton
(Sale: Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, March 30, 1944, lot 55)
Condition
Canvas is lined. SURFACE: in generally good condition; lining has compressed surface somewhat but, retention of pigment, color and details is very good; craquelure throughout--flattened and stable from relining UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: difficult to see through old varnish; a few scattered spots of inpaint--one on her left breast; another at lower left (in background); a few spots along lower edge at center
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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.