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Henry Bone R.A.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Henry Bone R.A.
- Portrait of Laura dei Dianti (d. 1573), After Titian
- Enamel, held in a carved gilt-wood frame;
signed and inscribed verso: London / March 1811 / painted by Henry Bone R.A. Enamel / painter in Ordinary to His Majesty / and Enamel painter to His Royal / Highness the Prince of Wales Regent - / after the original by Titian formerly / in the Orleans Collection out now in / the possession of the Rt. Honble [sic] the Earl / of Suffolk - 205 by 168 mm
Condition
The enamel is in good condition. There are two firing lines at the bottom left and right corners of the composition. Although visible these were caused during the original firing process. Running horizontally across the sitter's chest is an area of restoration. However, this has been so skilfully done that it is hardly visible. The enamel has bowed slightly, this also having occurred naturally during firing.
For further information on this lot please contact either Mark Griffith-Jones (0207 293 5083) or Emmeline Hallmark (0207 293 5407)
mark.griffithjones@sothebys.com
emmeline.hallmark@sothebys.com
"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
Laura dei Dianti was the daughter of a hat-maker from Ferrara. In 1519 she became the mistress of Alfonso d'Este, Duke of Ferrara (1476–1534) and bore him two sons. Although it appears that she never actually married Alfonso, from 1534 she was referred to as the 'Duchess'. As Bone's extensive inscription reveals he executed this enamel in 1811, whilst the original oil painting was in the collection of the Earls of Suffolk. Titian's oil was painted in circa 1523 and has a very distinguished provenance. Previous owners include: Queen Christina of Sweden, Prince Odescalchi, Rome and the Dukes of Orleans. It now forms part of the Kisters Collection, Switzerland.