- 85
Follower of Jacopo da Ponte, called Jacopo Bassano
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Jacopo da Ponte, called Jacopo Bassano
- Vulcan's Forge
- oil on canvas
Condition
The canvas been recently lined and the lining is stable. There is a horizontal seam just above halfway along which there is some light retouching. The paint surface is very well preserved for such a large painting with ultra violet light revealing only minor and sporadic interference and restoration.
"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
A period copy after Jacopo's original in the Museo del Prado, Madrid, on deposit in the Sala de Juntas of the University of Barcelona (see A. Ballarin, Jacopo Bassano, Padua 1995, vol. I, tome II, p. 468). A very slightly larger version (148 by 232 cm.) by Francesco Bassano II was sold in these Rooms, 12 July 2001, lot 129 for £23,000.