Lot 159
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Jacob Adriaensz. Bellevois

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jacob Adriaensz. Bellevois
  • A merchant-man, an admiral's barge and other small ships in choppy waters
  • signed on the flag centre right: J. Bellevois
  • oil on oak panel

Provenance

Anonymous sale, Amsterdam, Paul Brandt, 10 November 1970, lot 1, for 18,000 Dutch guilders;
With Brian Koetser, London, 1970;
B. de Geus van den Heuvel (1886–1976), Nieuwersluis;
His deceased sale, Amsterdam, Sotheby's, 26 April 1976, lot 3A, for 20,000 Dutch guilders;
Anonymous sale, Amsterdam, Sotheby's, 26 November 1984, lot 82, for 30,000 Dutch guilders;
Private collection, Italy.

Exhibited

 

Condition

The work is made of two panels which are uncradled and stable. There has been very slight movement at the join, this has been restored on the verso. There is very delicate restoration carried out in the sky left. Other wise the work is in very 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.
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