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Claes Claesz. Wou Amsterdam circa 1592-1665
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Claes Claesz. Wou
- A Dutch threemaster before Fort Rammekens, off the coast of Vlissingen
- signed C.C. Wou lower right
- oil on panel, unframed
- 18 5/8 by 27 7/8 in.
- 47.2 by 71 cm.
Condition
The panel and the paint surface are in good condition. The varnish is very yellow and soiled. Under UV light: possible areas of inpainting through the sky but difficult to determine through the old varnish; a new spot of inpainting to a small dent at lower left corner; the varnish has been partially removed at the end of the signature. 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.