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Willem van de Velde the Elder
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Willem van de Velde the Elder
- A fleet of Dutch ships at sea
- Graphite and grey wash, within partial grey ink framing lines;
bears inscription in pen and brown ink, lower right: Vandervelde - 5 ¼ins. by 20ins; 132mm by 508mm
Michael Robinson thought possibly dating from circa 1665.
In an album of drawings primarily by William van de Velde the Elder and the Younger
In an album of drawings primarily by William van de Velde the Elder and the Younger
Condition
Laid down on paper. There is an old fold line running vertically down the centre of the sheet. There is evidence of some light surface dirt, particularly to the left and right edges. The medium is fresh throughout.
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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."
"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
The late Michael Robinson suggested that this spontaneous study of Dutch shipping of all types should be dated circa 1665.