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Claes Molenaer
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Claes Molenaer
- Winter landscape with skaters, travellers and their horses outside a village, figures packing bundles onto a sledge by an archway on the left
- signed lower right: K. molenaer
- oil on oak panel
Condition
The panel consists of three planks held by a modern half cradle on the reverse. The cradle is causing some problems to the panel, for a fairly recent 47 cm split has developed in the central plank. The old varnish has recently been removed, except around the signature. Overall the painting surface is a little worn, and there are visible discoloured old retouchings throughout, but notably in the sky. Ultra violet light reveals restoration to the upper join, to the newer split, scattered retouchings throughout the sky, the figures and to a lesser extent the buildings.
Offered in plain wood frame with a gilt sight edge, some damages
"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."
"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."