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Flemish School, circa 1800
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- Flemish School, circa 1800
- Cupid riding a lion
- oil on canvas
Provenance
With A.G.G. Subert, Milan (according to a label on the reverse);
Gianni Versace (1946-1997), Villa Fontanelle, Lake Como;
His sale, London, Sotheby's, 18 March 2009, lot 367 (as Continental School circa 1800).
Gianni Versace (1946-1997), Villa Fontanelle, Lake Como;
His sale, London, Sotheby's, 18 March 2009, lot 367 (as Continental School circa 1800).
Condition
The canvas is lined, the paint surface is stable and the varnish is clear. Pin-prick sized spots of paint loss are visible scattered throughout the composition, most notably towards the lower left-hand corner (visible in the catalogue illustration). Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals areas of retouching throughout, particularly in the upper half of the lion, in Cupid's left shoulder and wing, in the sky, and in the left margin of the work. 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."