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Sir Peter Lely, 1618-1680
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Sir Peter Lely
- Portrait of Anne Hyde, Duchess of York
- oil on canvas
- 118x96cm.; 46½x38in.
Three-quarter length, seated, wearing a grey dress with an ermine-lined cloak
Condition
The canvas has been relined and there are two patches attached to the reverse in the upper left, not visible from the front. There are fine lines of craquleure throughout, particularly visible to the face and neck of the sitter. Otherwise good overall condition. Ultraviolet light reveals small spots of retouching to the sitter and her dress; larger patches of retouching to the background on the left of the sitter. Held in a decorative plaster gilt frame in fair 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."