Private collection, America;
Anonymous sale, New York, Sotheby's, 29 January 2009, lot 105, were acquired by the present owner.

The panel is constructed from a single, uncradled plank which is flat and stable. The paint surface is clean and the varnish is clear and even. Much of the original impasto remains intact. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals very minimal and sensitive spot retouching in the background and in the tablecloth in the foreground, as well as to a superficial horizontal surface scratch, measuring approx. 5 cm., in the background just to the left of the base of the tazza. In overall very good condition without any need for further intervention.
"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 the centre of the tazza, the panel is signed with den Uyl's signature motif of an owl, which played on the dutch work for owl uil, and was incorporated into almost all of his known works. We are grateful to Fred Meijer for having endorsed the attribution to Jan Jansz. de Uyl the Elder at the time of the 2009 auction, and for suggesting a date of circa 1635.