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Hubert Sattler
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Hubert Sattler
- Constantinople from the Fire Tower of Beyazit
- signed with initials lower right
- oil on canvas
- 74 by 101.5cm., 29¼ by 40in.
Provenance
Fine Arts Society Ltd., London
Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 1984
Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 1984
Condition
The canvas has been relined. There is a faint pattern of craquelure visible notably either side of the central stretcher bar which is stable and not particularly distracting. Ultra-violet light reveals minor signs of retouching notably very thin old strokes to craquelure, and in the upper-right quadrant some very small scattered spots, and possible strengthening to the clouds. This work is in good overall condition and ready to hang.
Presented in a substantial gilt frame.
"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
Painted circa 1840-50, this extensive panorama is from the Beyazıt Tower - the fire-watching station built in 1828 on the site of Eski Saray, the palace first inhabited by Mehmet the Conqueror - looking south east over the Sultanahmet district of the city. The marble tower (see lot 5) was commissioned by Sultan Mahmud II (1808-1839), who abolished the Janissary corps and founded the New Army, seen training in the foreground.
In the background can be seen the Haghia Sophia and Blue Mosques, and in the foreground, from left to right, the Mahmut Paşa Mosque, the Nuruosmaniye Mosque, and the Beyazit Mosque. Nestled between these three mosques are the domed roofs of the Grand Bazaar. To the far left is the Topkapi palace, and in the distance the Princes' Islands rise from the Sea of Marmara.