- 222
German School, 1550
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Recto: The Choice of HerculesVerso: The Judgement of Solomon
- recto inscribed upper left: SCHWER/ SCHWER, lower left: DEIN AIDSCHWERN SOL GANCZ/ WARHAFT. UND RAIN SEIN/ SO DU WILT ENTPELICHEN, and lower right: EWIGER HELISCHER ...EIN
verso inscribed: DAS URTEIL KINIG SALOMAN
both sides dated: 1550 oil on panel, a lunette
Condition
The flat support seems to consist of a single panel. However, as it has been painted on both sides it is difficult to be sure. The support has been slotted into/framed along the curved edge by a gold painted wood frame. The straight lower margin is unframed.
Four horizontal splits are visible on both sides of the panel. The first two, spanning the breadth of the panel are across the top half of the panel. If you are looking at the recto side, the third split measures approx. 40cm. and extends from the lower right hand margin, the other measures approximately 15cm. and extends from the lower left hand margin.
The paint surface on both sides is secure and under a thick, old varnish. The paint surface on the verso is more abraded than on the recto.
Inspection under UV light reveals small scattered retouchings across both sides. No section is completely overpainted.
"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."