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Jonas Zeuner
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jonas Zeuner
- Fishermen by a riverbank in a town;A gentleman wildfowling with his hound by a riverbank in a town
- a pair, the former signed and dated lower centre: Zeuner inv. 1773
the latter signed lower centre: Zeuner inv. - both oil, gold and silver leaf on glass
- 6 3/4 x 8 1/4 inches
Provenance
Anonymous sale, New York, Sotheby's, 23 September 1998, lot 122, where acquired by the present owner.
Literature
J. Sprenkels-Ten Horn Jonas Zeuner. Zijn wereld weerspiegeld in zilver en goud", 1979.
Condition
The pictures are richer in colour and the contrasts are more apparent than the catalogue illustrations suggest. Both pictures are painted on glass which is in good overall condition with no discernible damage. The paint surface of the first (as illustrated at the top in the catalogue) is in fair overall condition with minor scattered losses concentrated in the landscape as can be seen in the catalogue illustration. There is also evidence of scattered cosmetic retouches to the black pigments to reinforce the contrasts and also there is retouching in the sky noticeable in the centre left. which measures approx. 1 in. as can again bee seen in the catalogue along with strengthening to the contours of the clouds upper right. Examination under ultraviolet confirms this. The paint surface of the second (as illustrated at the bottom in the catalogue) similarly has minor scattered losses which are here concentrated in the sky as can be seen in the catalogue illustration. There are some very minor flecks of retouching to the darker pigment slower right however these are negligible. The sky likewise has retouching in the clouds. Offered in matching dark wood frames 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
Born in Kassel, Zeuner moved to Amsterdam in 1750 and lived there for the rest of his life. His unusual style is marked by his interest in engraved gold and silver leaf on glass.