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Attributed to Francesco Furini
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Francesco Furini
- The head of a young lady, probably Mary Magdalene
- indistinctly inscribed on an old label on the reverse: Questo testo.... Maria Madalena / di mano di Franco Furini dona...../ ....Raffaello.......diacono/ a la.........
- oil on canvas, in a carved and gilt wood frame
Condition
The canvas has quite an old relining. The paint surface is generally secure and under a dirty varnish. There are some scattered very minor paint losses and there is a restored 2 cm horizontal damage lower left. Inspection under UV light. The varnish prevents conclusive examination under UV light but there appear to be some minor retouchings. Offered in a carved and painted wood frame with some minor damages.
"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."