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FOLLOWER OF GERRIT VAN HONTHORST | Portrait of a Gentleman, traditionally identified as Prince Rupert
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Follower of Gerrit van Honthorst
- Portrait of a Gentleman, traditionally identified as Prince Rupert
- three-quarter-length, in a feigned oval oil on canvas
- 40in by 29½in
Three-quarter length, wearing a brown doublet, a gourget and white lace collar and holding a stick
Provenance
Pryor's Bank, Fulham;
by whom sold, London, Christie's, 11 May 1894, lot 64, for £16-5s-6d to Smith;
thence by descent
by whom sold, London, Christie's, 11 May 1894, lot 64, for £16-5s-6d to Smith;
thence by descent
Literature
Inventory of the Property of Guy O. Smith at Shottesbrooke Park, 1928, vol. II, 'The Principal Pictures / Gallery / Prince Rupert by Honthorst / Pryors Bank Collection 41 x 30.'
Condition
The canvas has an old relining, the paint surface is dirty, and the varnish is discoloured. The network of craquelure is quite pronounced in the sitter’s face. Inspection under ultraviolet light is impeded by the opaque varnish, but the painting appears to be free of any restoration and in overall good condition. Offered in a period Anglo-Dutch carved walnut frame with garlands, muskets and hunting horns in good 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."