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Studio of Jean-Baptiste van Loo
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Baptiste van Loo
- Portrait of Augusta von Sachsen-Gotha, Princess of Wales (1719-72), half-length, wearing an ermine and red velvet dress with diamond corsage, and diamond necklace and earrings
- oil on canvas, unlined, in a feigned oval
Condition
The canvas is unlined. The paint surface appears stable and well preserved. The varnish is slightly discoloured and there are some visible discoloured old retouchings in the dark tones of the background. Inspection under ultraviolet light confirms the aforementioned small retouchings and there is a small scattering of further retouchings in the sitter’s cheek and hairline but overall no major damages. Offered in a carved and gesso gilt wood frame with a few chips and losses.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Augusta was the daughter of Frederick II of Saxe-Gotha. She married Frederick, Prince of Wales, on 26 April 1736, and their son became George III in 1760, on the death of his grandfather.
Another version of this type was sold London, Replica Shoes 's, 10 July 1991, lot 116 and is now at Hartwell House, Buckinghamshire (inv. no. NT 1548064), attributed to the Studio of Jean-Baptiste van Loo.