Lot 179
  • 179

Andreas Schelfhout

Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description

  • Andreas Schelfhout
  • A view of a frozen canal with figures near a horse drawn slegde
  • signed and dated '53 l.r.
  • oil on panel

  • 25,5 by 33 cm.

Provenance

Sale London (Sotheby's), 8 November 1972, lot 155
Sale London (Christie's), 1 November 1973, lot 216
MacConnal-Mason & Son, Ltd., London
Private collection

Literature

W. Laanstra, Andreas Schelfhout 1787-1870, Amsterdam 1995, cat.no. W 1853-1 on p. 103, illustrated

Condition

The panel is straight and solid. A few retouches in the upper right corner of the sky and a few specks in the left part of the sky. Some retouches in the tower, in the figures and in the horse and sledge. A few minor retouches along the left edge due to frame damage. In good condition.
"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.
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