168开奖官方开奖网站查询

Lot 804
  • 804

Hispano-Flemish School, 16th Century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Hispano-Flemish School, 16th century
  • The Archangel Gabriel; The Adoration of the Magi
  • a pair, both oil on panel

Provenance

Anonymous sale, Erandio, Arte Subastas Bilbao, 21–22 March 2012, lots 209 and 210, where purchased by the present owner. 

Condition

The following condition report is provided by Hamish Dewar who is an external specialist and not an employee of Sotheby's: The pair of panels are cradled. Both panels have unstable areas of lifting paint throughout the composition and glossy varnish layers. Both paintings have extensive retouchings throughout the composition which are visible in natural light. Inspection under ultra-violet light shows a discoloured varnish layer and retouchings mentioned above. Overall the paintings are in fair condition. The works are framed.
"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."