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Jan Breughel the Younger
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Jan Breughel the Younger
- A pair of allegories derived from the Reinaertcyclus or fables of Reynard the Fox
a pair, the former signed lower right: J. Brueghel.
the latter signed lower right: J. Brueghel. fecit- both oil on canvas, unframed
Condition
The colours of the originals are a little cooler and less yellow in tone than they appear in the catalogue illustration.
Both canvases have been relined and these relinings have become loose and are starting to sag slightly, particularly in the former.
Both paint surfaces are secure and in good condition under a dirty varnish.
Inspection under UV light is hampered by the varnish but some very minor scattered retouching, most noticeably along the edges can be discerned in both canvases.
Overall these paintings appear to be in good condition and are offered unframed.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
As with Brueghel's other allegories from the 1640's these pictures are probably intended as political allegories, perhaps alluding to the Spanish occupation of the Southern Netherlands.