Jan van Mieris

Cyril Andrade, Esq., London;
Henry Blank, Newark;
By whose estate sold, New York, Sotheby Parke Bernet, 16 November 1949, lot 4 (as Willem van Mieris);
Anonymous sale, New York, Christie's, 9 June 1978, lot 114 (as attributed to Willem van Mieris). 

Panel is comprised of a single piece of wood. It is flat, stable, and beveled on all four sides. This picture is in lovely condition and may be hung in its current state. There is some slight scuffing at the top edge which is due to an old frame. UV light reveals somewhat milky varnish but to the naked eye the colors are bright and vivid and there are no apparent retouches above the varnish. In a carved gilt 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."

A mezzotint by Abraham Blooteling reproduces this composition and is inscribed lower left: J. van Mieris Pinxit.¹  

1. See F.W.H. Hollstein, Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts c.1450-1700, Amsterdam 1949, no. 268.