- 46
Flemish School, 17th Century
Estimate
600 - 800 EUR
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Description
- a harbour scene with a fortified town, figures in a boat in the foreground, several ships in the background
oil on canvas
- 45.5 by 55.5 cm.
Condition
The actual painting is darker in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests.The canvas is relined. Abrasion throughout, but mainly in the sky and boats. Filled and restored damages visible to the naked eye in the sky and town wall. Inspection under UV-light reveals aforesaid restoration and additional retouchings in the sky and lower centre of the compostion. The varnish seems to be unevenly cleaned. Offered in a ornate, gilt wood frame, in worn condition. (JD)
"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."
Catalogue Note
Bears an old label with an inventory number on the reverse: 46