Anthonie van Borssum

H. Koetser, London, 1930;
P. de Boer, Amsterdam, 1931;
Anonymous sale, Amsterdam, Sotheby's, 8 February 1988, lot 53;
Anonymous sale, London, Sotheby's, 17 May 1989, lot 54;
Anonymous sale, ("The Property of a Lady"), London, Sotheby's, 31 October 1990, lot 145, for £6,000.

W. Schulz, Aert van der Neer, Doornspijk 2002, p. 422, no. 1192 (where described as 'An imitation').

The canvas has been relined. The paint surface is secure although a little abraded in areas. It is under a dirty varnish. Inpsection under UV light reveals some minor scattered retouchings, predominantly to the sky. Offered in a wood and plaster gilt frame in fair condition but 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."

We are grateful to Dr. Wolfgang Schulz for endorsing the attribution to Van Borssum on the basis of photographs.