Lot 55
  • 55

Circle of Sir Anthony van Dyck

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Anthony van Dyck
  • a head study
  • oil on canvas, en grisaille

Condition

The colours are a little warmer than they appear in the catalogue illustration. The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is secure and in good condition under a somewhat dirty varnish. Some old minor scattered retouchings are visible to the naked eye in the background and these are confirmed under UL light. Offered in an ornate gilt wood and plaster frame in good condition.
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