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James Francis Edward Stuart, 'le Vieux Prétendant', (1688-1766)
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- James Francis Edward Stuart, 'le Vieux Prétendant', (1688-1766)
- copper, paint, gilt
- Haut. 14 cm ; 5 1/2 in
ovale, d'après le portrait de 1721 de Girolamo Pesci, en armure tenant un bâton de magistrat, la couronne de la Grande-Bretagne à ses côtés, une scène de bataille derrière, huile sur cuivre, dans un cadre en bois doré
oval, after Girolamo Pesci's 1721 portrait, in armour, holding a baton, wearing the Garter sash, the crown of Great Britain to one side, a battle behind, oil on copper, in gilt wood frame
oval, after Girolamo Pesci's 1721 portrait, in armour, holding a baton, wearing the Garter sash, the crown of Great Britain to one side, a battle behind, oil on copper, in gilt wood frame
Condition
miniature excellent, frame a little chipped.
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"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
In Pesci's portrait an attendant page, here eliminated, can be seen holding the royal crown. The portrait is illustrated in the exhibition catalogue The King over the water, Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh, 2001, p. 60, fig. 41.