Lot 135
  • 135

Abraham Jansz. Begeyn

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Abraham Jansz. Begeyn
  • Forest floor still life, with a thistle
  • oil on canvas
  • 64.2 x 50.5 cm.

Provenance

Anonymous sale, London, Christie’s, 28 October 1989, lot 205.

Condition

The canvas has been relined, the paint surface is clean, and the varnish is largely even. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals minor retouching on the centre left margin, but otherwise very little intervention. In overall very good condition requiring no further attention. Offered in a later parcel gilt and painted wood frame.
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