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Jacob Perkois
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jacobus Perkois
- interior with a grandmother reading the bible to her family
- Watercolour over pencil, within black framing lines;
signed and dated on foot-warmer: J. Perkois f. 1794
Condition
Framed. There are a few isolated, pale fox marks, but are barely noticeable. In excellent condition, the watercolour fresh and strong.
"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
Perkois was born in Middelburg, the son of a reknowned doctor. In 1776, he enrolled as a student in the 'Tekenakademie' in The Hague, where he came under the influence of Aart Schouman. On returning to his native town the following year, Perkois rapidly became one of the driving forces of the Middelburg Tekenakademie (Drawing Academy), gaining a reputation chiefly as a portrait draughtsman, working variously in coloured chalks, watercolour, and the delicately applied pencil seen in a fine self-portrait, sold some years ago in Amsterdam.1
1. Amsterdam, Sotheby's, 15 November 1995, lot 207