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Raimundo de Madrazo
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Raimundo de Madrazo
- La pintora (Aline)
- signed R. Madrazo lower right
- oil on panel
- 75 by 55cm., 29½ by 21½in.
Provenance
Arthur Tooth & Sons, London (label on the reverse)
Private collection, Spain (acquired from the above)
Private collection, Spain (acquired from the above)
Condition
The panel is flat, even, and ensuring a stable support. Inspection under ultra-violet light reveals minor spots of retouching, including:
- a circa 7cm diagonal line of retouching in the mirror's frame in the centre of the composition, possibly addressing a superficial scratch;
- one spot of cosmetic retouching in the upper left corner;
- some intermittent strokes along the right framing edge addressing frame rubbing; and
- minor spots in the far lower right corner.
The main composition appears to be untouched.
This work is otherwise in overall good condition, presents very well and is ready to hang.
Presented in a decorative gilt frame.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Settling in Paris 1862, Madrazo specialised in female portraiture, with the sitter often painted against a refined and exquisite setting. Here, Aline Mason, his favourite model and daughter of the Marquis de Casa Riera's concierge in Paris, is depicted as a young artist engaging in her craft.
Madrazo began his training under his father Federico, followed by studies at the School of Fine Arts, Madrid and then under Léon Cogniet in Paris. His work won many prizes and attracted patrons outside of France, notably in New York and London.
Madrazo began his training under his father Federico, followed by studies at the School of Fine Arts, Madrid and then under Léon Cogniet in Paris. His work won many prizes and attracted patrons outside of France, notably in New York and London.