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Willem Wissing 1656-1687
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Willem Wissing
- Portrait of a lady, said to be Nell Gwyn
- oil on canvas
three-quarter length, seated in a landscape, wearing a gold dress and a blue cloak
Provenance
The Dukes of Grafton (according to a label on the reverse)
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in generally good condition. There are minor abrasion marks near the edges of the canvas, probably from the frame. The horizontal mark along the bottom of the canvas is more pronounced. Overall the painting is in clean and presentable condition.
ULTRAVIOLET
Ultraviolet light reveals minor re-touching to the background, and infilling to cracquelure on the sitter's face, front and right hand. UV shows the painting to be in generally good condition.
FRAME
Held in a gilt wood and moulded plaster frame.
"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."