- 175
Italian, 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- portrait of a lady
- wax set with pearls and glass gems, inscribed in an 18th-century hand in black ink on the reverse: Portrait de Lucrecia Farnese, fille de Come II de Mêdici, duc de ...; two blue and white labels to the reverse, one numbered: 668 in black ink; in a gilt wood frame
Condition
Overall the condition of the portrait is good. There is some wear and minor dirt consistent with age. Fissures and minor restorations are visible at the waist, proper left shoulder and wrist and neck. Some of the small pearls and gems are lost. Some polychromy has been lost from the eyes and the nose is slightly rubbed.
The frame has been restored on the underside. There is a brass ring to the reverse for mounting
"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."