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Report on Dr August L. Mayer's inspection of the portraits

29 Oct 1926

Title

Report on Dr August L. Mayer's inspection of the portraits

Date

29 Oct 1926

Archive reference number

NGA62/2/4/8

Description

Expressing uncertainty about the authenticity of 'Olivares' and sincere doubts that 'Philip IV' comes from the Studio of Velazquez, but that Queen Isabella may come from the Studio. Advising that he deems their collective insurance too high for the lack of firm opinions on their authenticity. Includes typescript copy and handwritten note.

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