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Circle of Sir Peter Paul Rubens
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Sir Peter Paul Rubens
- An elegant couple strolling in a formal garden, figures picking tulips at the right
- oil on panel, the reverse branded with the mark of the city of Antwerp and incised with the maker's mark of François de Bout (active 1637–1649)
Condition
The panel is flat and uncradled, and has been bevelled on all four sides. It is composed of two horizontal planks, with a small number of strengthening joints on the reverse. The paint surface is clean and recently restored. Ultra violet inspection reveals some retouching alone the joint between the two panels and over one old split in each plank. There is some minor retouching to the woman's dress and in the cherubim. There is some retouching to the lower margin. Overall the panel is stable and in good condition. The work is offered in a moulded gesso and gilt wood frame, ornamented with a floral pattern.
"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."