- 323
Attributed to Roelandt Savery
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Roelandt Savery
- Two horses drawing a cart
- Point of the brush and brown and gray wash over black chalk, heightened with the remains of white, on faded blue paper;bears old attribution on the mount, lower center: Brughell
- 142 by 310 mm; 5½ by 12¼ in
Provenance
Dr. G.L. Laporte, New York (L.1170)
Condition
Attributed to Roelandt Savery - Window mounted to an old decorative paper backing. The sheet has discoloured somewhat and there is evidence of surface dirt and staining throughout. There are some tiny remains of white heightening to the bridle and saddle of the horse. Sold unframed.
After Roelandt Savery - 146 by 200 mm; 5 3/4 by 7 7/8 in - Hinge mounted to a modern mount. There is an old repaired tear that runs diagonally across the upper left corner of the sheet. There is evidence of surface dirt throughout, however the pen and ink medium remains fresh and vibrant throughout. Sold unframed.
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
Sold together with another drawing, After Roelandt Savery, Group of armed riders, pen and brown ink; bears old attribution in brown ink, lower centre: Savery fecit