Lot 45
  • 45

Manner of Frans Hals

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

Description

  • Frans Hals
  • Portrait of a Man Pulling on the Tassels of his Collar and Portrait of a Man with a broad-brimmed hat
  • a pair, both oil on panel
  • each: 9 7/8 by 7 1/4 in.
  • 25 by 19.5 cm.

Condition

One panel is strongly bowed at the left and right edges; the other panel is only slightly bowed. Both are in good condition, one with a very small chip on the vest. Both under thick, glossy varnish. Under UV light: very small retouches at the corners on both.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

The first is a copy of the same dimensions of a painting whose attribution to Hals was rejected by Seymour Slive, see S. Slive, Frans Hals, vol. 3, p. 146, no. D51, reproduced, no. 172.  The second is a copy of a portrait by Hals, in the Mauritshuis, the Hague, inv. no. 618.