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Follower of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Follower of Jean Baptiste Vanmour
- Reception of a European Ambassador with the Sultan in the Reception room of Topkapi Palace
- oil on canvas
- 78 by 97.5cm., 30¾ by 38½in.
Exhibited
Couleurs d'Orient, Brussels 2010
Literature
Nefedova 2009, p. 150, fig. 147, illustrated
Brussels 2010, p. 94
Brussels 2010, p. 94
Condition
The canvas has been relined. There are some retouchings visible under UV light, notably a 2 by 2cm area in the Sultan's shoulder, two vertical lines (one 16 by 10cm long) in his feet and below him in the ground, and some strokes in the red cloak of the attendant to the left, with scattered minor spots elsewhere, and hairline craquelure overall. Held in a decorative gold-painted frame.
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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."