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Benedetto Brandimarti
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Benedetto Brandimarti
- The Nativity
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Anonymous sale, Rome, Christie's, 22 May 2001, lot 202, where acquired by the present owner.
Condition
The canvas has been relined.
The paint surface is secure, clean and under a glossy varnish. The blues of Mary's cloak have worn over time and discoloured retouching work is evident in these areas. There are some areas of retouched damage most notably one of 5 by 7 on the left of the right hand angel's face and along the old stretcher lines running through the centre of the painting and along the left hand edge.
Inspection under UV light reveals scattered other retouching and areas of repaint to the darks, the lower half of the figure of Joseph and a vertical broken line of approx 34 cm through the infant Christ.
Offered unframed.
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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."