Lot 31
  • 31

ATTRIBUTED TO JOSEPH WERNER | Portrait of a lady surrounded by the attributes of Astronomy and Vigilance

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Joseph Werner
  • Portrait of a lady surrounded by the attributes of Astronomy and Vigilance
  • Watercolour and bodycolour, heightened with gold on paper, carved gilt-wood frame
  • 171 by 114 mm.

Provenance

Baron Arthur de Rothschild (1851-1903), inv. no. 94;
sale, Geneva, Sotheby's, 16 November 1993, lot 10 (one of two)

Condition

Overall good condition. There are three unrestored tears to the sheet. One at the upper left hand edge, measuring 22 mm, another along the lower edge, near the left corner, measuring: 24 mm, and lastly one at the right edge: measuring 5 mm. Finally, there is an unaccountable scratch running diagonally south-west - north-east through cupid's buttock.
"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.
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