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Manner of Martin van Meytens II
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- Martin van Meytens II
- Portrait of a young lady, three-quarter length, in a blue and white lace dress, a sprig of orange blossom in her hand
- oil on canvas
- 76.2 by 61 cm.; 30 by 24 in.
Provenance
By descent through the Emmet family, Amberley Castle, Amberley, West Sussex;
By whose executors sold, Amberley Castle, Sotheby’s, 30 September - 1 October 1981, lot 526 (as German School, 18th century).
By whose executors sold, Amberley Castle, Sotheby’s, 30 September - 1 October 1981, lot 526 (as German School, 18th century).
Condition
The canvas is lined, the paint surface is stable, and the varnish is discoloured. There is evidence of wear, particularly visible in the sitter's lace sleeves and neck line. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals small areas of retouching scattered throughout the composition, some of which are visible to the naked eye, for example in the sitter's face and chest, and in the curtain to the right of her. 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."