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Manner of Hieronimus Custodis
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Hieronimus Custodis
- Portrait of a gentleman, traditionally identified as a member of the Weston family
- later inscribed upper left: Anno.1594 and later inscribed upper right: ÆTATIS 81
- oil on canvas
- 56 x 48 cm
Provenance
Anonymous sale, London, Sotheby's Olympia, 30 November 2005, lot 71 (as English School, 19th century).
Condition
The canvas is lined, the paint surface is stable, and the varnish is clear and even. Inspection under ultraviolet light shows the sitter's face is extensively retouched. There is some evidence of wear in the background which has been retouched throughout, as well as in the sitter's beard, ruff, and scattered in his consume. In overall fair 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."