Antonio Bellucci

Anonymous sale, Vienna, Dorotheum, 15 October 2013, lot 558 (as Antonio Bellucci).

 

Both canvases have recently been relined, restretched and reframed, and have both been unevenly cleaned and restored. The figures and flesh tones are generally quite well-preserved with some scattered repairs to the back of Hercules, to the right arm, shoulder and breast of Ariadne, and to the right arm of Omphale. But there has been uneven intervention in the darks and the backgrounds in both paintings, where there is some visible restoration. In overall reasonably good but inconsistent condition. Both offered in modern plain gilt wood frames in 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."

We are grateful to Bernard Aikema for endorsing the attribution to Antonio Bellucci upon inspection of the paintings in person.