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Circle of Sir Peter Paul Rubens
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sir Peter Paul Rubens
- Head of an Old Man
- oil on panel, with the initials of the Antwerp panel maker Michiel Vriendt on the reverse
- 18 7/8 by 14 7/8 in.
- 48.2 by 38 cm.
Condition
Two splits in panel are strengthened with two rows of butterfly-shaped battens on the reverse. The top horizontal split is visible across the center. The surface is generally in good condition and with clean varnish. Under UV light: inpainting along the visible split and along the half of the lower, invisible split. Some minor retouches in the background.
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.
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.