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Constantinos Volanakis
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Constantinos Volanakis
- The Red Parasol
- signed in Greek lower left
- oil on canvas
- 58 by 44.5cm., 22¾ by 17½in.
Provenance
Acquired by the great grandfather of the present owner in the 1940s; thence by descent
Condition
The canvas has not been lined. There is a pattern of light surface drying craquelure in the lower half of the composition, as visible in the catalogue illustration, some light rubbing along the framing edges (with associated minor paint flaking to the right), and scattered surface spots in the sky. A 4mm tear is visible in the sky towards the upper left corner. Ultra-violet light reveals a thick layer of varnish and no visible sign of retouching. The picture could benefit from some surface cleaning and minor restoration.
Presented in a decorative gilt 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. 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."