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Sébastian de Llanos y Valdes Seville died circa 1668
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sébastian de Llanos y Valdes
- St. Nicholas of Bari
- oil on canvas, unframed (originally an oval and made up as a rectangle)
- 37 1/4 by 27 1/4 in.
- 94.6 by 69.2 cm.
Condition
Canvas relined and the surface is pressed as a result. Under a dirty old varnish. Discolored retouches are visible to the naked eye, particularly in much of the browns and blacks of the background. Despite this the painting presents a strong image. The painting could benefit from a cleaning and updated restoration. Ultraviolet reveals more extensive retouching to background and other additional retouches.
Unframed.
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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
Sébastien de Llanos Valdés was born in Seville circa 1605. He trained under Francisco de Herrera the Elder, and his style was strongly influenced by his Sevillian contemporaries, Zurbarán, Murillo, and Juan de Valdés Leal. From 1661-1663, he served as the director of the Seville Academy of drawing.