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Manner of Francesco Guardi
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Francesco Guardi
- Capriccio of an ancient doorway; Capriccio with ruins
- a pair, both oil on panel
- each: 7 5/8 by 6 1/8 in.; 19.4 by 15.4 cm.
Provenance
Ludwig Mond, London;
By whom donated to The Art Gallery of Ontario in 1926 (acc. nos. 827 and 828).
By whom donated to The Art Gallery of Ontario in 1926 (acc. nos. 827 and 828).
Condition
Oil on panel, a pair. Surface of each work with dirt and a dirty discolored, yellowed varnish. Ancient doorway with gold paint and additional frame abrasions along left edge.
Under UV light: The varnish somewhat obscures the surface, though scattered inpaints are visible in the sky in each.
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.