Adrian Zingg

Laid down on board. There is some slight discolouration to the four edges of the sheet, most probably due to an old mount. There are three, small, white marks to the sheet, one on the upper left edge, another on the lower left edge and the third above the sail of the boat on the right. There is a small pin prick hole hole to the left side of the cliff face, though this is only noticeable upon close inspection. Otherwise this work is in very good condition with the medium fresh and vibrant throughout. Sold in a modern wood frame.
"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."

This view of Lilienstein is closely comparable to page five in Zingg's Dresden sketchbook of 1766.¹  The present work is, however, significantly more finished, with the additional inclusion of the boat on the river, as well as the figures in the left foreground.  The mountain of Lilienstein is located beside the River Elbe, some 20km south east of Dresden.

1. P. Kuhlmann-Hodick et al, Adrian Zingg. Wegbereiter der Romantik, exhib.cat., Dresden, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen, 2010, p. 45, reproduced, fig. 5