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Circle of Antonio Joli
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Antonio Joli
- Architectural capriccio with figures among classical ruins by an inlet; Architectural capriccio with figures under a ruined colonnade
- a pair, both oil on canvas
- each: 29 1/4 by 38 3/4 in.; 74.3 by 98.4 cm.
Provenance
Formerly with Dudley L. Pickman;
Collection of C.Z. and Winston Guest, acquired during the 1950s-1960s;
Thence by descent, 2003.
Collection of C.Z. and Winston Guest, acquired during the 1950s-1960s;
Thence by descent, 2003.
Condition
Both works are oil on canvas, with an old lining. Surface dirt and a yellowed varnish. The canvas is somewhat flattened and there are thin areas throughout. Minor frame abrasion at the extreme edges. In "Ruins by an Inlet", there is a white accretion at the center of the left edge and in the lower center. In "Ruined Colonnade", there are white abrasions in the arch at the upper right. Under UV light, there are older repaints scattered across the surface.
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.