Lot 31
  • 31

Italian School 17th Century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Italian School
  • Massacre of the innocents
  • oil on canvas, en grisaille
  • 24 1/4 by 19 1/4 in.
  • 61.6 by 49 cm.

Condition

Lined canvas. The surface has considerable restoration that is visible with the naked eye. Under a glossy varnish. Under Uv light: most of the retouches fluoresce but some are covered by the masking varnish. The largest amount of inpainting is across the center of canvas and on a round area of paint lifting at lower right.
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.