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Attributed to Gortzius Geldorp
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description
- Gortzius Geldorp
- Portrait of a man, bust length, wearing a black costume with a white ruff
- oil on panel
Provenance
Bought by the great-grandfather of the present owner in the 1930s.
Condition
The actual painting is a little warmer in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. The panel seems to consist of three planks joined vertically and is cradled to the reverse. The paint surface is under a glossy and fairly clear layer of varnish. The paint surface is somewhat abraded and subsequent (discoloured) retouchings are visible along the joins, in the right half of his face and more frequently in the background. Inspection under UV light reveals some larger areas of retouching in the background and some additional scattered ones on the figure's face and coat.
Offered in a decorative gilt plaster and wood frame in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."