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Dutch School, 18th Century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Dutch School, 18th Century
- Portrait of a Gentleman
inscribed with initials LAWB and indistinctly dated 1768 (on the stone wall)
- oil on canvas
- 22 3/4 by 18 3/8 in.
- 57.8 by 46.7 cm
Condition
The work is in good condition, it is not lined, There is light craquelure throughout, there is a small convex dimple in the man's coat pocket, surface is stable UNDER UV: inpainting on the man's shoulders as well as under his hand near wall. Some strenthening/ inpainting near his feet and ground.
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.