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Willem van de Velde the Elder
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Willem van de Velde the Elder
- Recto: Boat in heavy seaVerso: Neptune
- Graphite and grey wash (recto), the wash possibly added by another hand; black chalk counterproof (verso);
inscribed in graphite, lower right, verso: de nepth... - 18 1/8 ins. by 10ins; 458mm by 255mm
In an album of drawings primarily by William van de Velde the Elder and the Younger
Condition
Window mounted. There are some areas of discoloration to the four edges in particular to the upper right corner. There are some scattered stains and foxing although generally the medium is fresh.
"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
The counterproof on the verso shows the after part of the English second rate, Neptune, built in 1683. The late Michael Robinson suggested that the wash on the recto could have been added by Charles Gore.