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Manner of Sir Peter Lely, 18th/19th Century
Estimate: $800-$1,200
Sold
$750
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
Manner of Sir Peter Lely, 18th/19th Century
Portrait of a Gentleman
oil on canvas
30 1/8 x 24 7/8 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
Frame: 37 3/8 x 32 1/4 inches. Canvas is relined. Visible inpainting to the subject's face and clothing. Examination under UV light shows many patches of restoration throughout the painting, including to the figure's clothing, face and the background. There is a smear of translucent white surface grime in the top left quadrant, in the background. Patterns of craquelure throughout. See attached images for further reference.
Provenance
Provenance:Arthur Stewart, St. Albans, United KingdomCollection of George Korkos, Elm Grove, WisconsinHindman, European Furniture and Decorative Arts, 19 October 2021, Lot 368