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Maria Johanna Wilhelmina Becht after Jan Davidsz de Heem
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Maria Johanna Wilhelmina Becht
- A garland of flowers and fruit
- oil on panel, in a an elaborate gilt frame
Condition
The single panel is flat, uncradled, stable and bevelled at all four sides. The paint surface is in reasonable condition but has some craquelure and has been retouched. Thorough inspection under ultra violet light is not possible due to the thick glossy varnish. Offered in an elaborate gilt frame in very reasonable condition with some minor knocks.
"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
A 20th-century copy after de Heem's signed original in Apeldoorn, Nationaal Museum (see RKD library mount).