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 a fait l'objet d'un rentoilage à la cire, un peu fort.
A l'oeil nu, on constate une ancienne restauration ayant viré dans le fond brun ainsi que quelques restaurations visibles à l'oeil nu sous le bureau. Le tableau a préservé dans l'ensemble un assez joli modelé.
A l'UV, on constate les restaurations précédemment évoquées ainsi qu'une ligne de restauration le long du bord gauche et quelques petites restaurations ponctuelles. Le tableau est sous un vernis vert épais uniforme. La figure centrale ne comporte pas de restauration récente visible à l'UV.
Dans un cadre en bois et stuc dorés (approx. 60 x 49 cm.).
English
The canvas has been subject to a wax relining; it Is held under tension and remains stable. The relining process has slightly flattened the painting surface in certain areas.
In natural light the painting presents very well, with the details of the composition well preserved. There is a old retouching in the brown of the background that has discoloured over time, and some scattered retouching under the desk.
Examination under UV light confirms the above observations and reveals a line of restoration along the left-hand edge and some further minor scattered retouching. The varnish is even and the figure is in an excellent state of preservation. The paint remains stable.
In a carved giltwood and gilt stucco frame (approx. 60 x 49 cm.).
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