Lot 70
  • 70

Julio Vila y Prades

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Julio Vila y Prades
  • Two Flower Still Lifes: A Pair
  • both signed J. Vila PRADES lower right
  • both oil on canvas
  • (i) 140 by 81.5cm., 55 by 32in; (ii) 139 by 82cm., 54¾ by 32¼in. (2)

Provenance

Acquired by the family of the present owner in the early twentieth century; thence by descent

Condition

Both oil on canvas laid on board. (i) The panel is slightly undulated notably to the upper left side but is still ensuring a stable support. There is some craquelure notably to the upper edge of the canvas, with some associated spots of paint flaking, probably due to the undulation of the board. Ultra-violet light reveals very few scattered spots of cosmetic retouching. The picture is otherwise in good condition and ready to hang. Presented in a narrow gilt frame. (ii) The panel is flat even and ensuring a stable support. There are fine lines of craquelure, notably along the upper edge. Ultra-violet light reveals very few scattered spots of cosmetic retouching. The picture is otherwise in good condition and ready to hang. Presented in a narrow gilt 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."