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Lot 106
  • 106

Circle of Pietro Berrettini, called Pietro da Cortona

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pietro Berrettini, called Pietro da Cortona
  • Alexander's victory over Darius at the battle of Issus
  • oil on canvas

Condition

The canvas has an old relining. There are a handful of vertical repaired damages on the right and a tear of approx. 5 cm squared in the centre. The paint surface is otherwise secure and appears to be well preserved under a old dirty, yellowed varnish which impedes thorough inspection under UV light. Offered in a gilt wood and plaster frame in fair 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."

Catalogue Note

A derivation of Pietro da Cortona's original from circa 1635 in the Palazzo dei Conservatori, Rome (see G. Briganti, Pietro da Cortona, Florence 1982, pp. 212-213, cat. no. 64, reproduced plate 154).