- 306
Isack van Ostade
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Isack van Ostade
- Study of a man tying his shoe
- Black chalk heightened with white chalk on blue paper;bears an old shelf mark/numbering in red chalk, verso: f / W. X -I
- 129 by 124 mm; 5 1/8 by 4 7/8 in
Condition
Window mounted to a modern paper support, which has in turn been hinge mounted to a modern mount. There is some light foxing throughout the sheet. There is some minor rubbing to the black chalk medium in places, however the medium remains in otherwise good condition throughout. The paper also retains much of its original vibrant blue colour. Sold in a darkwood 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Dr. Bernhard Schnackenburg has kindly informed us that he believes this drawing is by Isack van Ostade, dating from around 1643. Figure studies like this, drawn in black and white chalk on blue paper, are more frequently encountered in the work of Isack's brother, Adriaen van Ostade (see lots 305 & 313), but comparable drawings by Isack are also known, including sheets in Hannover and Leiden.1 1. B. Schnackenburg, Adriaen van Ostade, Isack van Ostade, Zeichnungen und Aquarelle, 2 vols., Hamburg 1981, nos. 476 & 541, respectively