Attributed to Karel Dujardin

Anonymous sale ("Property of a New England Private Collector"), New York, Sotheby's, April 7, 1989, lot 166, where acquired by the present owner.

The following condition report has been provided by Simon Parkes of Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc. 502 East 74th St. New York, NY 212-734-3920, simonparkes@msn.com , an independent restorer who is not an employee of Sotheby's. This painting appears to have been painted on fine linen which has been glued to a panel, which itself has been cradled. The paint layer is stable, the varnish is dull and the paint layer may be slightly dirty. There may be a few restorations around the edges and in the white goat. If the picture were to be cleaned, varnished and retouched, the conservation could be improved. Overall however, the condition is good.
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.