Lot 451
  • 451

Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer
  • Still life of roses, honeysuckle, lillies, chrysanthemums, narcissi and other flowers in a vase
  • signed lower right: Baptiste
  • oil on canvas

Provenance

Anonymous sale, London, Sotheby's, 17 April 1991, lot 61, for £12,000.

Condition

The canvas has an old relining and requires no attention. The paint surface is slightly pressed, and covered by an uneven varnish. UV light shows small retouchings in the background and restrengthening to some of the flower petals, particularly in the whites.
"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."