The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
We are grateful to Simon Parkes Art Conservation, Inc. for providing the following condition report:
This work on panel has been cradled on the reverse. The painting has not been recently cleaned and would certainly respond to proper restoration. There appears to be an original join in the panel running through the lower half of the work. There are horizontal restorations in the sky addressing some interference from the wood grain, which is often seen in Dutch pictures. In the foreground, apart from the retouches along the original join, there are a few retouches in the nearest boat to the viewer and along the bottom edge. The condition is very presentable, but cleaning and accurate retouching would make a notable difference.
Print Report