- 439
Circle of Ludolf Backhuysen
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ludolf Backhuysen
- Ships Off the Coast, A Storm Approaching
- oil on canvas
- 33 by 40 1/2 in.; 83.8 by 103 cm.
Provenance
With Galerie Sedelmeyer, Paris, according to a wax seal on the stretcher.
Condition
Oil on canvas, lined. The edges of the original canvas are visible at all edges in the current framing. Surface dirt and a dirty varnish. A fine web of craquelure and stretcher bar marks visible. Some minor varnish scratches visible in the sky. Under UV light, there are scattered areas of older in paint throughout the sky.
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.