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Bartholomeus Douven
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Bartholomeus Douven
- Penitent Magdalene
- signed and dated lower left: B.F. Douvan./A. 1717
- oil on panel
- 15 1/2 x 19 inches
Provenance
Private collection, France.
Condition
The painting is executed on a single piece of oak panel which is flat, stable, beveled on all four sides, and without cradling.The picture is under a uniformly dirty varnish which could be freshened up and the picture would brighten considerably. Under UV only a few very tiny retouches are visible in the background. These are quite minor and there are no retouches at all to speak of in the figure of the Magdalene. With a fresh and varnish the picture could be hung in its current state. Overall in very nice condition with good retention of detailing. In a carved ebonized frame.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Little detail is known about the life of Bartholmeus Douven. He was born in Düsseldorf and studied with Adriaen van der Werff. He painted religious and historical pictures, as well as portraits.