- 765
Bolognese School, 16th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Bolognese School, 16th century
- Portrait of a gentleman, half-length, identified as Giovanni II Bentivoglio (1443–1508)
- inscribed upper right: IOANNES BENTIVLVS / SECVNDVS BONOSIS / PRINCEPS IVNIPERA VICECOMES / SFORTSA VXOR EIVS and charged with the arms of the sitter
- oil on canvas
Condition
The canvas has been relined, the paint surface is slightly dirty and the varnish has discoloured somewhat. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals retouching along all four margins and scattered throughout the background, particularly around the coat-of-arms and the inscription. There is also some scattered pinprick retouching around the sitter's eye and forehead, and strengthening in his hair. In overall 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."