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Lot 89
  • 89

Andreas Schelfhout

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Andreas Schelfhout
  • Fisherfolk with beached vessels
  • signed and dated A. Schelfhout / 45 lower left
  • oil on panel
  • 32 by 44cm., 12½ by 17¼in.

Provenance

Acquired by the present owner circa 2000

Condition

The panel is flat and even. UV light reveals a thin line of retouching circa 35cm running from the lower left edge to the boat at the far right edge (this appears to address an old surface scratch), and a handful of minor spots, notably in the sky. There are some small areas of fine craquelure in some of the white pigments of the clouds, notably to the lower left and upper centre, visible under close inspection. Apart from a varnish which has yellowed slightly with age, overall this work is in good condition. Held in a decorative gold-painted wood and plaster frame. The colours in the original are much richer and less pink overall than in the catalogue illustration.
"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 statement made by Sotheby'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."