The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Condition report :
The illustrations of the online catalogue are accurate.
There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks consistent with age and use.
As stated in the catalogue, the frames are later, with some minor losses to the gilding, revealing the red bole, the white gesso and the bare wood underneath.
There are some losses to the embroidery, especially to the scene of the dinner, revealing the bare canvas underneath.
There are some other unsewn threads, with some threads which are pulled.
There are some restorations with embroidered parts, especially to the sky and the clothes of the figures.
The colors are slightly faded, probably due to sun light.
Print Report