PF1209

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Lot 29
  • 29

Ecole Italienne du XVIIème siècle

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • La chute de Phaeton
  • Au dos du cadre une ancienne inscription: del Cardinale Veterani
  • Huile sur paesine

Condition

To the naked eye: The painting comes in a fine state of preservation. The piece of paesine is in beautiful condition and has not been fractured. It is surrounded by four black stone strip for framing (original mounting). The pictorial surface is well preserved. We notice a few minor small laks in the plumage of the character lower right. Under UV light: Some very light spot of retouching in the horse's neck (second from left). And some minor retouchings in the body of the horse in the center.
"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."