- 712
Circle of Willem Key
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Willem Key
- Portrait of a gentleman wearing a black beret and a white collar
- inscribed upper left: P with the symbol of a rose
- oil on panel, a fragment
Condition
The panel has been cradled, presumably to accomodate a horizontal split which runs across the width of the picture just below the sitters shoulders. This split has re-opened and is now visible to the naked eye. There are some minor recent losses just above the man's eyebrow and on his collar which can be seen in the catalogue illustration. Inspection under ultra violet light shows that the painting has been quite heavily repainted in much of the background and the sitters black costume. The flesh tones and beard are rather better preserved and here the restoration is combined to local retouchings. The varnish layer is a little uneven.
This lot is offered in a modern stained wood frame with a gilt sight edge.
"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."