Lot 130
  • 130

AFTER PIETRO LONGHI | Il risveglio della dama; La bottega del caffé

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description

  • Il risveglio della dama; La bottega del caffé
  • A pair, both oil on canvas
  • Each: 37 x 28 cm ; 14 1/2  by 11 in.

Provenance

According to the information given by the owner :
Acquired by a French ambassador in Venice during the 18th Century;
Thence by descent.

Condition

Bottega To the naked eye: The painting seems to be in a good overall condition. It is still on its original canvas, which is supple and soft. Some minor scratches are noticeable along the frame. Under UV light: The varnish seems to be stable and consistent. Some restorations are noticeable along the frame, in the upper part. They are mainly scattered on the edges. Réveil To the naked eye: The painting is in good overall condition. It is still on its original canvas, which is supple. Under UV light: Some scattered restorations are noticeable along the frame, particularly in the background, between the legs of the young girl and those of the young man.
"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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Catalogue Note

The original of Il risveglio della dama is in a private collection, Springfield Gardens, New-York (see T. Pignatti, L'opera completa di Pietro Longhi, Milan, 1974, n°31, repr.) ; the original of La Bottega del Caffé has been sold by Sotheby's London (7 July 2005, lot 42) and is quoted in T. Pignatti, op. supr., n°90, repr.