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Andreas Schelfhout Marina firmato in basso a destra A.Schelfhout olio su tavola cm 17,5 x 24 Condition Ad un primo esame si notano 3 cadute di materia puntiformi: 2 sulla vela ed una tra gli alberi (visibili anche da foto in catalogo), abrasioni lungo i quattro lati dovute alla battitura della cornice.<br>L'esame alla lampada di Wood evidenzia un piccolo ritocco nell'angolo superiore destro e della vernice fluorescente omogenea.<br>L'opera si presenta in buono stato di conservazione.<br><br>From a first hand inspection 3 small losses are visible: 1 over the sail and 2 between the masts (all visible from the picture published), an abrasion along the edges due to the frame. <br>The ultra violet light reveals a small retouch over the top right hand side corner and fluoreshent varnish homogeneously spread over the surface.<br>The overal condition as to the state of preservation is good. "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."