Attributed to Johann Anton de Peters

"The following condition report has been provided by Henry Gentle, an independent restorer who is not an employee of Sotheby's. The original canvas has an old lining, the paint surface is unstable with recent small paint losses. Visibly discoloured restoration can be seen over the abraded paint surface , original glazes and scumbles have been compromised, e.g. the shadows the dress and the hair of the sitter. The varnish is discoloured and degraded."
"This lot is offered for sale subject to Sotheby's Conditions of Business, which are available on request and printed in Sotheby's sale catalogues. The independent reports contained in this document are provided for prospective bidders' information only and without warranty by Sotheby's or the Seller."

Another version of this composition by De Peters was offered in these Rooms, 10 July 2002, lot 81.