Lot 690
  • 690

Jacob Willemsz. de Wet

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • Jacob Willemsz. de Wet
  • Christ and the woman taken in adultery
  • oil on panel
  • 31 by 25 5/8 in.; 78.7 by 65.1 cm.

Condition

Oil on cradled panel. The panel is slightly convex from top to bottom. The surface is in fair condition. There are two panel cracks extending top to bottom through the picture. The surface is somewhat thin; retouches to address this thinness and also strengthen some of the darker areas has discolored overtime. Under UV light there remains a green fluorescing varnish over which these previously mentioned retouches are visible. Framed in a relatively new Burl wood rippled frame.
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.