Lot 175
  • 175

Willem van Mieris

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Willem van Mieris
  • a man trying to persuade a woman to sample his wares
  • Black chalk on blue paper 

Provenance

C. Rolas de Rosey (L. 2237);
sale, Amsterdam, Sotheby's, 20 November 1984, lot 84

Condition

Window mounted. Overall condition very good.
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.

Catalogue Note

Although the composition is a type very familiar from Willem van Mieris's works, no directly corresponding painting is known.