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Studio of Georg Christoph Grooth
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Studio of Georg Christoph Grooth
- Portrait of the Great Prince Peter Fedorovich
- the following inscription appears on the reverse of the original canvas: Pietro Terzo, 2ar di Mascovia na toli 21 Febrayo MACCXXVIII
- oil on canvas
- 48 1/2 by 39 3/4 in.
- 123 by 101 cm
Provenance
Estate of Count Rudolph and Countess Michaela Almeida of Austria
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2007
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2007
Condition
Oil on lined canvas. The surface is slightly dirty and covered with a layer of slightly yellowed varnish. The painting is in overall fine condition. Restoration is visible in the upper half of the canvas, particularly to the left of Peter's head. There is a 1 1/2 inch scratch to the left of Peter's hand. There is minor paint loss around edges and a small 2 inch scratch in the lower right corner. In Peter's face there is some paint loss (appears to have been overcleaned perhaps). Under UV pigments fluoresce but the varnish prevents a conclusive analysis. Held in a gold painted wood frame with plaster molding. Unexamined out of frame.
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.