Lot 453
  • 453

Venetian School, 16th Century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • Venetian School, 16th Century
  • Portraits of Venetian personalities: 24 works
  • each, oil on copper, nailed to a single panel

Condition

Oil on copper. Each individual copper has been adhered to a larger, single piece of panel. Each work is in generally good condition; there is scattered surface dirt and minor abrasions. Under UV light, there are scattered retouches visible throughout. Some coppers have more recent or larger retouches, though the majority of the coppers appear to be in good condition. Overall, this presents well and is ready to hang. Presented in a gold wood frame.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.