Lot 2
  • 2

Sir Peter Lely, 1618-1680

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Sir Peter Lely
  • portrait of mrs nicholas
  • oil on canvas, held in a carved wood frame 
  • 125x102cm.; 49¼x40in.

Condition

The canvas has been relined, stabilising any old craquelure. There is a thick discoloured varnish throughout. Ultraviolet light reveals retouching to the face, arm and dress of the sitter and scattered patches to the background and tree. Held in a carved wood frame.
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