Lot 357
- 357
Circle of Christoph Paudiss
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Christoph Paudiss
- Portrait of a gentleman, head and shoulders, in profile, wearing a blue hat with white feathers and a brown cloak with a red scarf
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Anonymous sale, Amsterdam, Mak van Waay, 2 April 1973, lot 163 (as 'Christoph Paudisz.).
Condition
The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is secure and under a thick varnish. Overall it appears to be in fair condition. There are some minor scattered areas of restoration. Inspection under UV light reveals some localised retouchings. Offered in a wooden frame with some small chips and paint losses.
"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
The painting has long been considered to be a self portrait by Christoph Paudiss (circa 1618-1667).