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Petrus van Schendel
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- Petrus Van Schendel
- The Apple Seller
- signed P. Van Schendel, dated 1855 and inscribed Bruxelles (lower right)
- oil on panel
- 25 1/4 by 19 1/2 in.
- 64.1 by 49.5 cm
Provenance
Private Collection, United States
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
This painting is on a stable panel. The varnish has yellowed and there is a short vertical line of discoloration to the right of the moon, possibly old restoration. There is minor frame abrasion in the extreme lower right corner. Under UV, old varnish fluoresces green.
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.
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
While van Schendel lived in Brussels in 1855, the location of this night market is in The Hague, as indicated by the towers of the old town hall on the right of the composition.