- 546
Jan Dirksz Both
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Jan Dirksz Both
- Italianate rocky landscape by the sea with a fortification, a stone bridge and a ruined wall, figures travelling on donkeyback and on foot in the foreground
- signed lower left: JB (in ligature) oth f
- oil on canvas
Condition
The canvas has a firm relining. The varnish is clear and even and the paint surface stable. There are no major damages visible to the naked eye. Visible under ultraviolet light is a campaign of sensitively-executed restoration throughout the sky, focused mainly on minimising the effect of the craquelure and masking two old damages at the centre left of the painting. The first is a horizontal old tear, measuring 6 inches in length; the second, a small triangular damage, measuring approximately 1 inch by 1 inch. Of the strengthenings in the sky, the most significant concentration is in a 4-inch band above the horizon of the distant mountain on the left. Also visible under ultraviolet light are some localised scattered strengthenings in the darker tones of the foreground; for example, in the summit of the rocky outcrop behind the tree, in the branches of the tree, and in the details of the horse on which the lady sits.
This lot is offered in a carved and gilt wood frame in fair 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.
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
We are grateful to Dr. Laurie B. Harwood for endorsing the attribution to Both on first hand inspection.