- 507
Attributed to John Hayls
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- John Hayls
- Portrait of Miss Middleton, bust-length, in a brown dress with a blue cape
- inscribed on an old label, verso: Mifs Middleton / Peter Lely
- oil on canvas
Condition
The canvas has an old and firm relining. The paint surface has been subsequently flattened, although there remain traces of good quality impasto in the whites. The paint surface is secure and very clean, the colours, particularly the blue, are rich and vibrant. Sensitive retouchings are visible, although not obvious, in the neck and forehead of the sitter. These retouchings ar confirmed by inspection under ultraviolet light. Overall the work is in good condition,
The work is offered in a gilt molded frame with floral decoration, in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."