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Cornelis Kick
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Cornelis Kick
- Still life of roses, lilies and other flowers in a glass vase on a marble ledge
- signed lower left: Corn. Kick
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Anonymous sale ('The Collection of a Gentleman, deceased'), London, Christie's, 17 March 1916, lot 50, for £15.15s. (as Rachel Ruysch);
Sir Robert Witt (1872–1952);
Thence by family descent.
Sir Robert Witt (1872–1952);
Thence by family descent.
Condition
The canvas is lined, the paint surface is clean and the varnish is clear and even. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals retouching along all four margins, especially along the upper margin; some strengthening in the dark background around the leaves on the left, the lily, and the lowest rose; and some scattered retouching in the marble shelf. Further inspection is impeded by an opaque, milky varnish, but there appears to be old retouching to a small loss in the leftmost leaf, as well as possibly some delicate retouching to disguise the appearance of craquelure. In overall good condition. Offered in a carved and gilt wood frame with applied spiral and floral decoration, in good 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."