With Howard Antiques Ltd., London.

This painting has an old relining. Generally the painting is in very healthy condition. No major losses or damages are visible either to the naked eye or under UV light. One small loss is visible top left, this is possibly due to frame abrasion or an isolated loss. The varnish does appears milky under UV light and certainly could be replaced, and thus the picture would appear brighter and ready to hang. In a carved giltwood frame.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

We are grateful to Fred G. Meijer of the RKD, The Hague for identifying this painting to be a work by Pieter Gallis, based on a photograph.