Lot 281
  • 281

Giuseppe Palizzi

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Giuseppe Palizzi
  • Paestum
  • signed and dated G Palizzi 1847 lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 39.5 by 62cm., 15½ by 24½in.

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There are no signs of retouching visible under ultraviolet light. There is some fine craquelure, notably in the middle ground beneath the cattle, and a tiny spot of paint flaking in the lower left. Held in an elaborate gold-painted carved wood and plaster frame.
"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."