Friederich Carl Gröger

Gianni Versace (1946-1997), Villa Fontanelle, Lake Como;
His sale, London, Sotheby's, 18 March 2009, lot 96.

The following condition report is provided by Henry Gentle who is an external specialist and not an employee of Sotheby's: The original canvas is lined and the paint layer is stable but a little raised. Damage and subsequent paint loss can be seen to the fret of the lyre, the background ,here, and the sitter's left hand. The paint loss has been restored out and is now discoloured. Under u-v lighting the remains of an older discoloured varnish can be seen. Removal of this varnish would improve overall tonality. The painting is in good original condition with well preserved paint.
"This lot is offered for sale subject to Sotheby's Conditions of Business, which are available on request and printed in Sotheby's sale catalogues. The independent reports contained in this document are provided for prospective bidders' information only and without warranty by Sotheby's or the Seller."

Born Frederica of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the sitter was the fifth daughter of Charles II, Duke of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. She was married three times; firstly to Prince Friedrich Ludwig Karl von Preussen (1773-1796), then Prince Frederick William von Solms-Braunfels (1783-1806), and finally to the fourth son of King George III of Great Britain - Prince Ernest Augustus, Duke of Cumberland (1771-1851). She reigned as Queen of Hannover from 1837-41.