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Claes Claesz. Wou (1592-1665) Marine Oil On Panel

Sold for $1,100 at Akiba Galleries on Apr 18, 2024.

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DESCRIPTION: Oil on panel maritime painting by Claes Claesz. Wou (1592-1665) depicting ships at sea, including a Dutch three-master, with Fort Rammekens in the background. Signed "C.C. Wov" at lower right. Previously offered for sale at Sotheby's, New York, June 5, 2009, lot 47 CIRCA: 17th century ORIGIN: Dutch DIMENSIONS: H: 18.75" W: 28" CONDITION: Yellowed and soiled varnish throughout; varnish removed on part of the signature. Minor losses at edges and at upper left. An area of minor to moderate recent inpainting on and around a minor dent at lower left (this inpainting is difficult to notice in regular light, but could possibly become more pronounced if the varnish is removed.) Some possible older inpainting to sky. Scratches to varnish. Moderate scratch, possibly affecting paint, at lower right. Two or three very minor spots of loss, possibly affecting paint, at lower right. Unframed. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.

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