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Pieter Molijn London 1595 - 1661 Haarlem
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Description
- Pieter Molijn
- A dune landscape with waggoners and other figures
- oil on panel
Condition
The original is cooler in tone than as shown in the catalogue illustration.
The support consists of a single, flat oak panel which is cradled on the reverse. The painting has been recently cleaned, restored and re-varnished and the paint surface is in good overall condition. There is a restored horizontal surface crack through the centre of the composition. Directly above the cart is a small restored paint loss and there are some retouchings in the blue of the sky. Inspection under ultra-violet light reveals some minor retouching in the foliage at the right. Overall this painting is well preserved.
Sold with an ebonised frame, in good condition.
AF*
"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."