Lot 83
  • 83

Willem van de Velde the Younger

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • Willem van de Velde the Younger
  • a frigate
  • Black chalk;
    signed with initials in black chalk: W V. V J

Provenance

D.G. van Beuningen (L.758),
by whose executors sold, Amsterdam, Christie's, 22 November 1982, lot 73, reproduced pl. 17;
bears another unidentified collector's mark: B

Condition

Left edge slightly darkened, bottom left corner slightly discoloured and wrinkled; small hole repaired bottom right.
"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."

Catalogue Note

This is an attractive and characteristic study by the artist.