- 91
Venetian School, 18th Century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Venice, a capriccio view of campo San Zanipolo with the church of SS. Giovanni e Paolo and the scuola di san marco;Venice, a capriccio view of santa maria gloriosa dei Frari
- a pair, both oil on canvas, in painted ovals
Condition
Both rectangular canvases are relined.
The surfaces of the painted ovals are in good condition under a very dirty old varnish. The spandrels were originally painted black and then gilded during the relining. Much of this gilt has worn thin to reveals the paint underneath.
Inspection under UV light reveals some scattered retouchings and strengthening to the darks of the former and some more minor scattered retouchings to the latter.
Offered in matching gilt wood and plaster frames in good condition if a little rubbed.
"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."