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Bartholomeus Breenbergh
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Bartholomeus Breenbergh
- Roman ruins with turbaned figures
- signed lower right: BB (in ligature) .f/ c
- oil on oak panel
Condition
The single panel is flat and stable, and has been bevelled to the reverse along the four edges. The signed paint surface is secure and to the naked eye appears in very good condition. Inspection under UV light reveals some minor retouchings along the left edge to cover some old frame abrasion but otherwise confirms the good original condition of the painting. Offered in a modern wooden frame 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.
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
Similar small turbaned figures occur in another rare upright composition by Breenbergh, in Nantes, Musée des Beaux-Arts.1
1. See M. Roethlisberger, Bartholomeus Breenbergh. The Paintings, Berlin-New York 1981, p. 45, no. 77, reproduced fig. 77.
1. See M. Roethlisberger, Bartholomeus Breenbergh. The Paintings, Berlin-New York 1981, p. 45, no. 77, reproduced fig. 77.