Pieter Cornelisz. van Soest

The support consists of three horizontal panels joined together. The two panel joins are secured to the reverse by several small battens. The paint surface is generally secure and under a fairly dirty varnish. Scattered retouchings are visible to the naked eye, particularly along the panel joins. This is confirmed under UV light. Offered in a wood and plaster gilt frame with some small damages but generally in fair condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

The naval Battle of the Downs took place near Dover on 21 October 1639  during the Eighty Years' War and was a decisive defeat of the Spanish, commanded by Admiral Antonio de Oquendo, by the United Provinces, commanded by Lieutenant-Admiral Maarten Harpensz. Tromp.