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Flemish School, 18th Century
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Flemish School, 18th Century
- A set of seven decorative wall panels: Landscape with a waterfall and a bridge; The waterfalls of Tivoli; Schaffhausen, view of the waterfalls; The Bay of Naples with a view of Mount Vesuvius; Rome, View of the Colosseum; Landscape with a garrison encamped beside a river; Riders and their dogs approaching a village in a mountainous landscape
- all oil on canvas, the second and third with shaped lower edges
A waterfall with a small bridge (small),
Garrison at a river (large),
The bay of Naples with a veiw of Vesuvius (large),
A view of Rome with the Colosseum (large),
The waterfalls of Tivoli (small),
A waterfall in a village (small),
Riders in a mountainous landscape (large),
Garrison at a river (large),
The bay of Naples with a veiw of Vesuvius (large),
A view of Rome with the Colosseum (large),
The waterfalls of Tivoli (small),
A waterfall in a village (small),
Riders in a mountainous landscape (large),
Condition
The picture, although framed as one, is made up of three separate panels, all of which are cradled and in fair, stable condition. Each panel is composed of four horizontal planks. The left hand panel's upper join has very slightly reopened towards the left margin. A thick but clear varnish overall is visible.
Inspection under ultra violet light reveals a streaky application of varnish and a degree of scattered retouchings throughout, all of which are mainly found in the darker tones of the background. The central figures, especially those of Saint Hubert, the dogs and the stag, remain remarkably untouched and are in good condition. There is a slight degree of wear in some parts, with the head and torso of the angel having suffered some damage in the past. Some restoration, visible to the naked eye, is present in the face, torso and arms of the angel.
For all sales which take place on or after 1 February 2015, please note that the rate of buyer's premium for each lot (charged as a percentage of the hammer price achieved for that lot) has been revised and shall be calculated at the thresholds set out below:
Buyer's premium is 25% of the hammer price up to and including £100,000;
Buyer's premium is 20% of the hammer price on any amount in excess of £100, 000 up to and including £1,800,000;
Buyer's premium is 12% of the hammer price on any amount in excess of £1,800,000.
As stated above, the revised thresholds are effective as of 1 February 2015.
"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."