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Livio Mehus Oudenaarde circa 1630 - 1691 Florence
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Livio Mehus
- The ressurection of Lazarus
- oil on canvas
- 28 1/4 by 34 1/3 in.
- 71.8 by 87.2 cm.
Condition
Lined canvas. The surface is thin, leaving the ground visible in many areas, particularly on the back of the central female figure. The surface is stable and under a thick varnish but the dry craquelure is still visible underneath. Stretcher marks are still visible. Under UV light: the extent of inpainting is difficult to determine due to the opaque varnish. Some inpainting is visible on the back of the seated woman at center; on a repair at upper right; another one at upper left; on a diagonal repair at lower center under Christ's figure.
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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.
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.