- 128
In the manner of François Clouet
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 EUR
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Description
- Portrait of the king of France Henri II (1519-1559);Portrait of Catherine de Medici (1519-1589)
- Oil on panel, a pair
On the back red wax stamp with a coat of arms
The Portrait of Henri II bears an inscription on the back HENRY II / PAR VANDERWERF
Condition
A l’œil nu :
Les tableaux se présentent dans un état de conservation satisfaisant. Ils sont peints sur un panneau de chêne constitué pour chacun d’une planche non parquetée. La matière est parfaitement stable. On ne remarque pas de manque.
A la lampe UV :
Sur le portrait représentant Henri II, on remarque quelques restaurations dans le visage.
To the naked eye :
The paintings are in satisfactory condition. Both are painted on an oak panel made of one non-cradled plank. The pictorial matter is perfectly stable. We cannot notice any loss.
Under UV light :
On Henri II’s portrait, we can notice some restorations on the face.
"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."