Lot 72
  • 72

Egbert Lievensz. van der Poel Delft 1621 - 1664 Rotterdam

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Egbert Lievensz. van der Poel
  • A Burning Mill at Night with Villagers scrambling to extinguish the fire
  • signed and dated lower right Evander Poel (the ev linked) 
  • oil on panel
  • 12 by 15 1/8 in.
  • 30.5 by 38.4 cm.

Condition

the surface is very dark and dull. Under UV light: opaque varnish is covering up any potential inpainting.
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

Egbert van der Poel painted a great many nocturns with conflagrations.  Another very similar panel, of almost exactly the same dimensions and format, was offered London, Christie's, April 9, 2003, lot 38, sold for £10,157.