Follower of Jan Porcellis

STRUCTURE The panel is flat, stable and uncradled with a canvas support of approx 8 cm. attached horizontally to the lower portion. PAINT SURFACE There is some scattered surface dirt. There is a degree of frame abrasion, most notably to the left and right hand edges. There is a small area of paint loss to the centre right of the panel. A thin horizontal crack following the grain in the panel can be seen to the lower right. ULTRAVIOLET There are scattered retouchings, notably to the sky, the darker areas of the sea and along the crack, and these fluoresce under UV light. FRAME Held in a gilt wood and plaster frame with some scattered damages.
"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."