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Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
July 15, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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John Theodore Heins (British, 1697-1756) Lady with Floral Hairpiece and Fur-Lined Coat

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Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2920MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: July 15, 2016 10:00AM

Description:

John Theodore Heins (British, 1697-1756)

Lady with Floral Hairpiece and Fur-Lined Coat
Signed and date "Heins, Fect. 1747" l.r.
Oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in. (76.2 x 63.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Craquelure.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

Frame measures 37 x 32 in.

Canvas has been trimmed of its original tacking edges and lined. Fine, stable craquelure overall. Evidence under UV light of a restored tear or line of deeper craquelure presenting as a vertical line about 3 1/2 inches long located in the sitter's left sleeve extending from the inside of the elbow toward the underarm. There is virtually no fluorescence under UV, indicating that the repair and lining are not recent. Minor skinning in the blossoms of her floral wreath. Glossy varnish remnants along the edges of the canvas under the lip of the frame. Surface grime.


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.