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Follower of Leandro da Ponte, called Leandro Bassano
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Follower of Leandro da Ponte, called Leandro Bassano
- Adoration of the Shepherds
- oil on canvas
- 72 1/2 by 51 1/2 in.; 184.2 by 130.8 cm.
Provenance
Gift of Thekla M. Bernays.
Condition
The canvas is lined, is slightly buckling and has a horizontal crease running across in the middle of the painting. In fair condition; dull and dusty surface, there is craquelure with active flaking especially near corners and edges and seam at center, scattered white scuffs to surface eg. upper left quadrant, fading/ accretions to surface, scattered raised areas eg. upper right quadrant, particles stuck to surface. Inspection under UV reveals a thick masking varnish.
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.
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.