Pieter Casteels III

Anonymous sale, London, Phillips, Son & Neale, 23 February 1976, lot 24;
There purchased by the present owner. 

Glue relining is firm and stable. the surface has been very slightly pressed in the relining, but overall the condition is very good. there is nice preservation of the paint surface with very good detail and coloration in birds, animals and landscape. there are some scattered discolored old retouches on spaniel's forelegs and torso. examination under UV light reveals retouches on dog as mentioned; there is another area on white hen's neck; some reinforcement of the carved design on the stone plinth; a few retouches to dark feathers of rooster at center; and retouching over a very small scratch in background lower right. In a gilt wood 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.