Attributed to Master of the Countess of Warwick

STRUCTURE On its original stable flat panel laid down on a wooden structure PAINT SURFACE The painting appears to be in good overall condition. There is some minor cracking to the paint surface in the sitter's forehead, philtrum and collar. There is minor visible retouching to these areas and elsewhere on the sitter's temple, nose and to the corner of her mouth. ULTRAVIOLET Examination under ultraviolet light reveals further minor retouching in the headress, and on the left wing of the sitter's collar along an old crack measuring approx. 6 cm. There is a thick discoloured varnish and several futher very minor scattered retouchings overall. FRAME Held in a wood and plaster black and gold frame. To speak to a specialist about this lot please contact Julian Gascoigne on +44 (0)207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@sothebys.com, or Ludo Shaw Stewart on +44 (0)207 293 5816, or at ludovic.shawstewart@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.
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