- 778
Attributed to Jacob de Wit
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Jacob de Wit
- Allegory of Summer with the Infant Bacchus Riding a Goat
- oil on canvas, en grisaille
- 38 3/4 by 55 in.
- 98.4 by 139.7
Condition
The work is in good condition, the canvas is lined, light craquelure throughout. Visible repaired tears at the upper right and left hand corners. UNDER UV: Various small areas of inpainting throughout as well as two repaired tears in the upper right and left hand corner about 7 inches long. Inpainting in each of the two corners about 4 inches long.
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.