- 885
Philip van Dyck
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Philip van Dyck
- A lady and a child by a balustrade accompanied by a man playing a lute, with a parrot
- signed and dated lower centre: P van Dyk f 1728
- oil on panel, oval
Provenance
Anonymous sale, Stockholm, Bukowskis, 3 June 2014, lot 866.
Condition
The panel is uncradled, flat and stable. The paint surface is relatively clean and the varnish is only slightly discoloured. There is a fine network of craquelure which runs throughout the paint surface. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals a milky, rather uneven varnish, some minor retouching to the man's chest and hat, and some retouching around the edge of the oval. In overall 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."