Lot 71
  • 71

Mari ten Kate

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Mari ten Kate
  • Children Playing by a Canal in Winter
  • signed m. ten Kate lower right
  • oil on canvas
  • 63 by 99cm., 24¾ by 39in.

Provenance

Sale: Sotheby's, Chester, 12 July 1985, lot 3270
Purchased at the above sale by the father of the present owner; thence by descent

Condition

The canvas has not been lined. There is a pattern of fine surface craquelure, however this is not distracting. There is a minor dent with some associated rubbing in the skirt of the girl to the right, and some light rubbing along the framing edges. Ultra-violet light reveals some small spots of retouching in the boy running to the left, in the hat being raised above his head, and in the foot of the crouching boy to the left. Thin lines of retouching are also visible along the upper framing edge. This picture is overall in good condition and ready to hang. Presented in a decorative 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."