Lot 442
  • 442

Egbert van Heemskerk II

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Egbert van Heemskerk II
  • A village kermesse
  • oil on canvas

Provenance

Kitley House sale, London, Christie's South Kensington, 19–20 October 1987, lot 234, for £9,000.

Condition

The canvas has been relined and the paint surface is slightly pressed as a result. Restoration consists of infilling of craquelure throughout, small areas of restrengthening, and repairs to a T-shaped tear in the canvas in the right measuring approximately 12 x12 cm.
"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."