- 608
North Italian School, circa 1600
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- North Italian School, circa 1600
- Christ carrying the Cross
- oil on canvas
- 34 1/2 by 29 in.; 87.7 by 73.6 cm.
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The picture surface is covered by a stable web of craquelure that is slightly textured. Surface dirt. Minor abrasions throughout. Under UV light, the majority of the work is obscured by a green fluorescing varnish. There are dots and lines of retouching scattered at the edges, as well as scattered through the figure. Older, lightly fluorescing dots of retouching throughout Christ's robe.
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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.