- 137
Herman Saftleven
Estimate
50,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Herman Saftleven
- A view of the Rhine near Hammerstein
- signed in monogram and dated lower left HS (in ligature) 1653; inscribed on the reverse of the panel hammerstein/Herman Saft Leven A Utrecht/Ao 1653
- oil on panel
Condition
Single flat panel, beveled on right and left sides. Overall, painting presents a lovely image. Some thinness visible in sky, water and rocks where under drawing shows through slightly. Unsure if this is due to abrasion or thin application of paint. U.V. light reveals a thick, milky varnish, making a precise reading of subtle repairs difficult. The painting is however in very good condition. Only a few very small retouchings are visible, mainly limited to the sky. Painting is a bit dirty, but as stated, is very well preserved. In a carved and painted wood frame with minor abrasions.
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.
Catalogue Note
Unknown to him prior to its publication in the present catalogue, Dr. Wolfgang Schulz, in a private correspondence of January 6, 2009, has endorsed the attribution of this painting to Saftleven