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Jan Portielje 1829-1908
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jan Portielje
- Portrait of a Lady
- signed Portielje and inscribed Anvers upper right; signed and inscribed with a statement of authenticity by the artist twice and dated Anvers, 1880 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 27 1/2 by 20 5/8 in.
- 70 by 52.5 cm.
Provenance
M. D'Huyvetter, Anvers (acquired directly from the artist)
Condition
Canvas is not lined (there are 5 small patches on the reverse). SURFACE: in fairly good condition; craquelure throughout with stretcher marks; canvas is loose in stretcher and buckles at corners UNDER ULTRA VIOLET: generally, varnish is so dirty that it's difficult to see through it; there are a few spots in front of aforementioned patches (on the comb atop her mantilla; a few scattered across her chest)
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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.