Lot 130
  • 130

Hendrik Mommers Haarlem 1623 - 1693 Amsterdam

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Hendrik Mommers
  • A river landscape with vegetable sellers in the foreground with a donkey
  • signed on a basket to the lower centre: Momm....
  • oil on panel

Condition

The single panel is flat, stable and uncradled. The paint surface is largely secure. There is a thin crack 2cms from the lower edge running vertically from the right hand side. Discoloured retouchings are visible to the naked eye throughout and are most prominient in the sky. Inspection under UV light reveals more recent retouchings to the sky. Offered in a later wooden frame in fair condition with some chips and old worm holes.
"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.
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