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Joost Cornelisz. Droochsloot
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Joost Cornelisz. Droochsloot
- A village landscape with figures and horsemen conversing
- signed in double monogram and dated lower left: JC DS. 1648
- oil on oak panel
Condition
The panel is uncradled, flat and stable, made up of two horizontal planks, with supportive canvas along the join on the reverse. The painting is dirty with a discoloured varnish. There is discoloured retouching along the join and scattered throughout the painting, largely to disguise areas of the wood grain, and a small area of scratches, lower centre. These are revealed under ultraviolet light. In overall fair condition. Offered in a later Dutch style frame with ripple moulding in 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."
"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."