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Genoese School, 17th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Genoese School, 17th Century
- A forest floor still life with a dog, a cockerel, horse chestnuts and a melon;A forest floor still life with figs, pears, melons, apricots and cucumbers
- a pair, both oil on canvas
- 69 x 116 cm
Provenance
Anonymous sale, London, Sotheby's, 5 July 2012, lot 151 (as Antonio Maria Vassallo)
Condition
The canvases are both relined. The paint surfaces are dirty and the varnishes are only slightly discoloured. Inspection under ultra-violet light reveals minor scattered spot retouching throughout both canvases and some minor strengthening in the darks. In overall very 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."