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.
Français
Le tableau est peint sur un panneau, parqueté. Le panneau a été légèrement aminci. Il s'agit à l'origine d'un dessus de clavecin mis au rectangle.
Le tableau possède une jolie matière à l'oeil nu et a préservé de jolis glacis.
A l'UV, on constate le format d'origine du panneau, un dessus de clavecin.
On constate des restaurations horizontales au centre, correspondant peut-être au mouvement de l'instrument.
On constate une restauration un peu plus débordante sur le bord gauche au-dessus du personnage portant une trompette. Une autre restauration au niveau du visage d'Apollon et d'environ 18 cm est visible à l'UV.
Sous un vernis uniforme, assez épais.
English
The painting is executed on panel, this has been cradled to the reverse. The panel has been slightly thinned. The panel has been made up into a rectangle, having originally been a harpsichord cover.
The painting presents very well in natural light, the upper paint glazes appear well preserved.
Examination under UV light shows clearly the delineation of the original harpsichord form in the upper right corner. There is a horizontal line of restoration in the centre of the panel that likely corresponds to the original harpsichord cover support. There is a zone of restoration to the left edge, above the person carrying a trumpet. There is also a line of restoration measuring approximately 18cm. that runs through Apollo's head.
The whole is under a thick, even varnish.
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