Cyparissus mourning his stag

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.

This oil on paper is laid down on canvas and is stable on its stretcher. The paint layer is stable with a wide craquelure under a clear varnish. Some of the cracks, especially in the center of the canvas in hair of the figure and the stag, have been filled to minimize their visual impact – these repairs are visible in natural light. Inspection under ultraviolet light revealed further retouching to minimize the appearance of the craquelure and feathered touches along the extreme edged at the left and right sides of the canvas. Pigments in the sitter’s hair fluoresced orange in ultraviolet light. The painting presents well overall hand can be hung in its current condition. The work is offered in a carved and giltwood frame.