Lot 46
  • 46

Justus de Verwer

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Justus de Verwer
  • A smalschip moored off the Dutch coast, possibly the Hollandsch Diep and Willemstad
  • signed and dated lower centre on a piece of driftwood: I D V 1630
  • oil on panel

Condition

The panel is cradled to the reverse. The paint surface is under a thick and somewhat dirty varnish which impedes thorough inspection under UV light, although some scattered retouchings are can be seen, particularly in the sky. Offered in a modern, plain wooden frame in good condition.
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