Old Masters
Old Masters
HERMAN SAFTLEVEN | An extensive mountain landscape with a view over a river valley
Auction Closed
May 8, 12:10 PM GMT
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Property from the SØR Rusche Collection
HERMAN SAFTLEVEN
Rotterdam 1609 - 1685 Utrecht
An extensive mountain landscape with a view over a river valley
signed with monogram and dated centre left on the rock: HS. 1665
oil on oak panel
20.5 x 27.7 cm.; 8 x 10⅞ in.
With its delicately painted details and vivid palette, this mesmerising view is an impressive example of the panoramic landscapes for which Herman Saftleven is best renowned, encapsulating the unique artistic vision that defined his output and establishing him as one of the most successful and versatile Dutch artists of the seventeenth century.