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Circle of the Master of the Female Half Lengths
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Circle of the Master of the Female Half Lengths
- The Magdalen, half-length, at a table in a black dress and an embroidered collar, reading a book and holding a gilt cup
- oil on oak panel
Provenance
Hollingworth Magniac, Colworth House, Bedfordshire;
His posthumous sale, London, Christie's, 4 July 1892, lot 102 (as a portrait of 'Marguerite van Gest... Replica of a picture at Versailles'), for 75 Guineas to 'Lady de R[othschild?]';
Anonymous sale, Christie's London, 10 July 2002, lot 17, where acquired by the present owner.
His posthumous sale, London, Christie's, 4 July 1892, lot 102 (as a portrait of 'Marguerite van Gest... Replica of a picture at Versailles'), for 75 Guineas to 'Lady de R[othschild?]';
Anonymous sale, Christie's London, 10 July 2002, lot 17, where acquired by the present owner.
Condition
In overall fair condition. The panel is formed of two vertical planks, joined by a series of batons in the centre. The paint surface is clean and the varnish is clear and even. There is short vertical crack running down from the right of the upper margin, measuring approx. 8 cm. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals retouching along the central join and in the sitter's face and hands. There are spot retouchings throughout her sleeves, and scattered in the dark band of her dress, as well as in the table and parts of the green background. The gilt cup is largely free of any intervention and the impasto paintwork remains intact. Offered in a later parcel gilt and carved wood frame in the Gothic style.
"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."