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Jan Abrahamsz. Beerstraten
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Jan Abrahamsz. Beerstraten
- Dutch Ships on a Rough Sea
- signed lower left on a piece of driftwood JAB. (in ligature)
- oil on panel
Condition
The single panel is flat and bevelled on all four sides. The painting is under an old dirty varnish, which has discolored. There are some thinnesses, particularly in the sea and sails. There are some small discolored retouches in the sky, which are visible to the naked eye. Ultraviolet reveals aforementioned retouches as well as some additional retouches made to address thinnesses and reinforcement of the rigging of the ship at right. The varnish may well obscure other retouching from detection by ultraviolet.
This painting could benefit from a light clean and updated restoration.
In a carved and giltwood frame with losses.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.