Lot 89
  • 89

Follower of Jan Wyck

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jan Wyck
  • An Italianate riverlandscape with cavalrymen on a boat in the foreground, a fortified town on a hilltop beyond
  • oil on canvas, in a carved and gilt wood frame

Provenance

Anonymous sale, London, Christie's, 1 August 1980, lot 172, (as 'Wyck').

Condition

The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is generally secure if a little abraded in places. Inspection under UV light reveals scattered retouchings and a restored horizontal tear of approx 15 cm lower right and a restored hole lower right. There are further restored damages upper right and lower left. Offered in a carved and gilt wood frame which has suffered some 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."