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Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen
- Portrait of a lady
- signed CJ fecit and dated middle right: 1630
- oil on panel
- 30 by 24 1/2 in; 76.2 by 62.2 cm.
Condition
The panel is cradled, flat and stable. There are two vertical cracks, upper right 5 1/2 inches from the right edge and upper left, 6 inches from the left edge with associated losses. Surface in good condition aside from scattered pinpoint losses in lower left quadrant close to the edge. Repaired losses in the background above the figures' head. Inspection under UV reveals retouches along the 2 panel cracks, in the losses above the figures' head, and tiny pinpoint spots scattered around her dress.
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.