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Lot 204
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Abraham Hulk

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Abraham Hulk
  • Fishing boats on the scheldt
  • signed A.Hulk lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 31 by 51cm., 12ΒΌ by 20in.

Provenance

Richard Green, London
Purchased from the above by the present owner

Condition

Original canvas. Under UV light there are signs of retouching at the extreme edges addressing frame rubbing, and quite extensive strokes in the upper half of the sky and near the left and right edges. Most of the retouching is not visible to the naked eye however and the general appearance of the work is good, clean and ready to hang. Held in a decorative gold-painted wood and plaster frame with floral and berry motifs.
"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."