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Petrus Staverenus
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Petrus Staverenus
- A laughing man wearing a black hat
- bears signature centre right: H HA(in compendium)ls
- oil on panel
Provenance
Bought by the great-grandfather of the present owner in the 1930s.
Condition
The actual painting is less red and more subdued in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests.
The panel seems to consist of three planks joined vertically and is cradled to the reverse. The joins are slightly visible to the front. No major damages are apparent. Small discoloured retouchings can be observed along the joins, in the figure's coat and hat. The paint surface is under a slightly dirty and dull varnish. Inspection under UV light reveals additional scattered retouchings throughout, in particular in the background.
Offered in a decorative wood and plaster gilt frame in good condition.
"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."