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Attributed to Joos van Craesbeeck
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Joos van Craesbeeck
- Peasants reading a letter by candlelight
- inscribed VC f (lower left); bearing the inscription J. VAN CRASBEKE. FT. (on the reverse)
- oil on panel
- 13 7/8 by 10 3/4 in.
- 35.2 by 27.3 cm
Condition
In fairly good condition. Seven or eight vertical cracks with associated lifting to the pigment surface, consistent with vertical cracks in the panel, no associated pigment losses. Surface otherwise in apparently good condition. A possible spot of retouching on the pants of the man at left. Minor abrasion and wear to edges. UV: difficult to read due to thick, masking varnish.
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.