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Follower of Antonio Canale, called Canaletto
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Follower of Antonio Canale, called Canaletto
- Venice, a view of the Grand canal looking North-East from the Palazzo Balibi towards the Rialto Bridge
- oil on canvas
Condition
The canvas is offered in a carved and gilt wood frame in good condition. The paint surface appears to be in good condition under the yellowed varnish, as confirmed by inspection under UV light. Stretcher marks can be made out along the edges.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The composition is based on Canaletto's original in the Accademia Carrara (see W.G. Constable and J.G. Links, Canaletto, Oxford 1976, vol. I plate 45, vol. II p. 289, no. 212).