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Venetian School, early 18th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Venetian School, early 18th century
- Achilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Collection of J. L. Van Maurik, Westerhoutpark, Haarlem (according to an inscription on reverse).
Condition
The canvas has been relined and is in stable condition. The paint surface is even and well-preserved, there are some areas of minor paint cracking: along the upper margin and the centre. The varnish is dirty. There are scattered missing flakes of paint throughout, some of which have been retouched, others not. Inspection under UV light shows small areas of re strengthened paint: above Patroclus' arm (4x2 cm), by the arm of the secondary figure in the right background (3x5 cm), and above the shoulder of Achilles. Otherwise just small retouchings to lost paint flakes.
"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."