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Adriaen van Utrecht
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Adriaen van Utrecht
- Still life of artichoke, asparagus, green cabbage, onion, beans, carrots and other vegetables, all upon a wooden bench
- signed and dated lower left on the bench: Adriaen. van. utrecht. fe. Ano .1641
- oil on canvas
Provenance
Senator Johann Heinrich Gaedertz (1781-1855), Lübeck, recorded as no. 36 in the 1840 family inventory;
Thence by descent.
Thence by descent.
Exhibited
Wiesbaden, Landesmuseum, on long term loan since 2009 and on permanent view since 2013.
Condition
The canvas has an old and sensitive relining that has not flattened the paint surface. The painting is in very good condition, the surface is secure and the varnish appears even and only slightly discoloured. There are no major damages to the naked eye. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals a thick varnish that fluoresces opaquely, making it difficult to evaluate any possible early restoration. Only very few, scattered strengthenings are visible in the darker tones.
This lot is offered in a simple brown carved wood frame in good 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."
"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
Johann Heinrich Gaedertz was a successful businessman and senator in his native town of Lübeck. He and his wife shared an interest in old master paintings and acquired a large collection, with a particular focus on 17th century Dutch pictures. Most of these were displayed in a purpose-built gallery at their home where the couple frequently entertained.
Whereas the majority of the 300 paintings in the Gaedertz collection was sold by descendants at auction in Lübeck on 21 September 1864, the present picture has remained in the possession of the family until today.
Whereas the majority of the 300 paintings in the Gaedertz collection was sold by descendants at auction in Lübeck on 21 September 1864, the present picture has remained in the possession of the family until today.