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Lot 88
  • 88

Constantinos Volanakis

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Constantinos Volanakis
  • Sailing off the coast
  • signed C Bolanachi lower left
  • oil on canvas
  • 31.5 by 51.5cm., 12½ by 20¼in.

Provenance

Private Collection, Athens

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There is a pattern of fine scattered craquelure visible primarily in the sky and some minor signs of abrasion, notably a small, light intermittent line in the sea below the central boat (visible in the catalogue illustration). Under ultraviolet light the old varnish fluoresces quite opaquely, making the surface difficult to read, however there appears to be evidence of restoration notably in the upper-left quadrant of the sky, small repairs in the blue flag of the ship, along the lower framing edge, and in the dark rocks near the right framing edge in the centre. Some of the retouches have discoloured with age and the varnish has yellowed somewhat overall. Held in a decorative gold-painted frame with a nameplate.
"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.
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