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Master of the 12 Apostles
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Master of the 12 Apostles
- Portrait of a Bearded Man, Head and Shoulders
- oil on panel
- 15 1/4 by 11 1/2 in.; 38.7 by 29.2 cm.
Condition
The panel is cradled and stable. There is a thin vertical crack running from the top edge to the bottom edge approximately three inches from the right side. The surface is in generally good condition, however it is very thinly painted and appears somewhat abraded, there is paint separation and craquelure throughout. Pin-point losses upper right side and frame abrasions. Inspection under UV reveals scattered retouches throughout, notably to the right of the figure's face, in the background above his right shoulder and along the aforementioned panel crack.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.