Follower of Diego Rodríguez de Silva y Velázquez

The canvas has a firm lining and a clear varnish. The paint surface bears a degree of wear throughout and there are scattered retouchings visible to the naked eye in raking light. Inspection under ultraviolet light confirms the presence of scattered retouchings throughout, those in the face and hair are carefully executed. The Queen's dress remains largely untouched. Offered in a heavy elaborate carved gilt and painted black frame in only a few losses.
"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.
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A head and shoulder copy after the 1632 full-length portrait by Velázquez currently in a private collection in New York (see J. López-Rey, Velázquez, Catalogue Raisonné Werkverzeichnis, vol. II, Cologne 1996, p. 53, cat. no. 53, reproduced).