- 124
Flemish School, 17th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A wooded river landscape with figures on a path in the foreground, a windmill beyond
- stamped on the reverse of the panel with wax seals bearing the arms of the Duke of Orléans and the Imperial arms of Napoleon III of France (1852 - 1870).
- oil on panel
Condition
The single panel is cradled and flat. The paint surface is generally sound although there is a horizontal crack of approximately 45 cm. lower right and some minor paint losses and scratches. There is small crack in the upper left corner of approximately 3 by 1 cm which has held down by the cradling.The varnish has somewhat discoloured. Inspection under UV light reveals older and more recent retouchings throughout, particularly to the sky although the varnish hinders thorough examination of the older retouchings. Offered in a later wood frame painted black which is in fair condition with some minor knocks.
"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."