Lot 419
  • 419

Jacob Willemsz. de Wet

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Jacob Willemsz. de Wet
  • The Queen of Sheba before King Salomon
  • signed J. de Wet and dated 1635 (lower right)
  • oil on panel
  • 26 by 34 1/2 in.; 66 by 87.7 cm.
  • 66 by 87.7 cm.

Provenance

Anonymous sale, New York, Parke-Bernet, 21 February 1944, lot 29;
Collection of William Roth.

Condition

The panel has three horizontal joins across center with visible repairs along them. The surface is very soiled and dark. Under UV light: inpainting along the repairs and the adjacent areas.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.