Lot 209
  • 209

Petrus Van Schendel

Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description

  • Petrus Van Schendel
  • Le jeune joueur de cornemuse
  • Signé en bas à gauche P. van Schendel
  • Huile sur toile, ovale
  • 91 x 71 cm ; 35 ¾ by 28 in

Provenance

Vente Christie's à Amsterdam, le 26 octobre 2004, lot 167,  vendu 47 800 € 

Condition

- Original canvas - Small retouches on the hat, the moustache and the forehead - A few small retouches scattered - Very 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."

Catalogue Note

Les jeunes joueurs de cornemuse appelés Pifferari se rendaient à Rome depuis la campagne romaine au mois de décembre pour jouer des chants de Noël et gagner leur vie. Les visiteurs des régions septentrionales étaient enchantés de cette manifestation.