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Jacopo Bassano, (attrib) 'Noah's Ark' 16th Century Oil on Canvas Painting - No Reserve

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Start price: $8,000

Estimated price: $10,000 - $20,000

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Keywords: Francesco Bassano, Jacopo dal Ponte, Italian Old Master, Bassano school, biblical scene, Old Testament subject, animal painting, Venetian school, 16th century painting, oil on canvas, mannerist painting, Renaissance art, Noah’s Ark scene

Summary:
Jacopo Bassano, (attrib) “Noah’s Ark” , Renaissance Period Important Oil on canvas depicting Noah’s Ark, This is a densely populated biblical scene featuring animals gathered before the ark, . Executed in the 16th century this work is consistent with other works produced by Bassano. Jacopo lived simply in Bassano. He cultivated herbs, played the flute and trained all four of his sons to be painters. Since they all used the name Bassano, as well as his father, a son-in-law, a grandson and great-grandson, it took a few centuries to sort out Jacopo’s work from the rest of the family’s. his work was so appreciated and admired, that he was exempted from paying city taxes. His "Adoration" was so successful that the church decreed that the painting never be removed and it is still there on the wall at San Giuseppe Church.

ATTRIB Jacopo Bassano possibly with Francesco Bassano.

This is a NO RESERVE lot. There are no hidden or confidential reserves. All acceptable bidding begins at the published online START PRICE.
Measurement: Art: 46 x 66 1/2 in. (116.8 x 168.9 cm.), Frame: 49 3/4 x 70 1/4 in. (126.4 x 178.4 cm.) approx

Condition: Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.

All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.

Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions. Accordingly, works are sold as ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.

Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.
All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.
Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions.  Accordingly, works are sold as  ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.