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Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Ludolf Backhuysen
- The Dutch fleet at sea, with a States yacht firing a salute
- dated on the stern of the ship, centre: ANNO 1665
Provenance
Anonymous sale, Amsterdam, Mak van Waay, 19 February 1918, lot 5;
Dr. C.J.K. van Aalst, Hoevelaken (1866-1939);
His son Dr. N.J. van Aalst;
The Van Aalst sale, London, Christie's, 1 April 1960, lot 1 (as Ludolf Backhuysen);
Acquired by the late father of the present owner.
Dr. C.J.K. van Aalst, Hoevelaken (1866-1939);
His son Dr. N.J. van Aalst;
The Van Aalst sale, London, Christie's, 1 April 1960, lot 1 (as Ludolf Backhuysen);
Acquired by the late father of the present owner.
Condition
The canvas has a firm relining which has somewhat flattened the paint surface, which is otherwise secure under a yellowed varnish. Inspection under UV light is impeded by the aforementioned varnish but some scattered old retouchings are evident. Offered in a parcel gilt frame with some knocks.
"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."