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Alessandro Varotari, called il Padovanino
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Alessandro Varotari, called Il Padovanino
- Semiramis called to arms
- oil on canvas
Condition
The painting is warmer in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. The canvas has an old relining which has lost some tension. The paint surface is a little dirty but in very good condition, with the impasto and brushstrokes still fresh. Inspection under UV light points to some minor scattered strengthenings and retouchings but confirms the good condition. A light surface clean would be beneficial. Offered in a carved wooden frame in good 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."
"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
There is a reduced, horizontal copy of this painting, previously attributed to Padovanino in the National Gallery of Slovenia, Ljubljana, listed on the Zeri archive, no. 57631.