- 189
Juan Ruiz
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Juan Ruiz
- A nocturnal view of the Bay of Naples, with Mount Vesuvius erupting
- signed lower centre on the broadsheet held by a man: Joan.Rviz/ P.
- oil on canvas, unlined
Provenance
Acquired by the family between 1815-1830;
Thence by descent.
Thence by descent.
Condition
This signed work appears slightly less yellow in tone than the catalogue reproduction suggests.The canvas weave is strong and in very good condition. It is unlined, and still tight on its stretcher. There was a small tear lower right that has been expertly repatched and also sensitively repaired on the painted side, barely detectable with the naked eye.
The paint surface could use a new varnish, as it is quite dry and could potentially begin to flake soon. But there has been no loss of paint so far, nor is there sign of any critical situation.
Inspection under Ultraviolet light shows the repairs of the aforementioned tear and some light infilling of craquelure upper right. The canvas has an old, now uneven, varnish.
This fantastic painting is sold in a wooden frame painted black with ann inner patterned edge painted gold, 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."