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Giovanni Agostino Cassana
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Giovanni Agostino Cassana
- A farmyard scene with a still life of a rabbit, guinea pigs, apple-peel and a butterfly on a plate, together with a terracotta jug and bowl
- oil on canvas
Literature
G. & U. Bocchi, Naturaliter, Casalmaggiore 1998, p. 463, reproduced in colour on p. 462, fig. 590;
F. Paliaga, in M. Gregori ed., Natura morta italiana tra Cinquecento e Settecento, exhibition catalogue, Munich, Kunsthalle der Hypo-Kulturstiftung, 6 December 2002 - 23 February 2003, p. 398;
F. Paliaga, in M. Gregori ed., Natura morta italiana da Caravaggio al Settecento, exhibition catalogue, Firenze, Palazzo Strozzi, 26 June - 12 October 2003, p. 402.
F. Paliaga, in M. Gregori ed., Natura morta italiana tra Cinquecento e Settecento, exhibition catalogue, Munich, Kunsthalle der Hypo-Kulturstiftung, 6 December 2002 - 23 February 2003, p. 398;
F. Paliaga, in M. Gregori ed., Natura morta italiana da Caravaggio al Settecento, exhibition catalogue, Firenze, Palazzo Strozzi, 26 June - 12 October 2003, p. 402.
Condition
The colours in the catalogue illustration are a little too red in tone. The painting has recently been cleaned, relined and restored. The paint surface has been slightly pressed by the new lining. There are a number of repaired damages visible under ultra violet light. The largest of these is an 11 x 7 cm repair behind the hare, a 3 x 2 cm. damage on the flank of the foremost guinea pig, and a 16 cm L-shaped tear and a large repair to the left of and to the head of the guinea pig on the right. There are two 2 x 2 cm. repairs in the foreground and similar scattered smaller restorations to the background, especially upper left and between the animals in the centre. The fur of the hare has also been much strengthened as has the white ceramic bowl. The restoration has been well carried out and with the exception of the largest damage is not readily visible to the naked eye, and the painting should not require further attention. The varnish layer is glossy and even.
This lot is offered with a modern parcel gilt cassetta 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."
Catalogue Note
A reduced replica of this composition was published by M. Chiarini, in Natura viva in casa Medici, exhibition catalogue, New York & Miami 1986, fig. 38.