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Circle of Raffaello Sanzio, called Raphael
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Raffaello Sanzio, called Raphael
- Portrait of Lorenzo de' Medici (1492-1519), bust length, wearing a black hat and a fur collar
- inscribed along the upper edge: LAVRENTIVS MED VRBINAR DVX
- oil on panel
Provenance
Anonymous sale, New York, Sotheby's, 4 November 1982, lot 98, where acquired by the father of the present owner.
Condition
The support consists of a single, thick panel. The paint surface appears to be secure and in fair condition with some signs of old losses under a dirty vanish. Inspection under UV light is impeded by the varnish though some old infillings do fluoresce.
Offered in an ornate gilt wood frame in fair condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A period copy after the bust of Raphael's half-length portrait of Lorenzo de' Medici sold London, Christie's, 5 July 2007, lot 91.