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  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of a Flemish Kitchen, with an old woman giving a boy and girl some soup in a spoon; the cauldron is before her on the table; she holds in her left hand a candle, which throws a light on the figures. This precious little picture is of the finest execution of the master, and the effect of the light is admirably pourtrayed. On panel (Godefroy Schalken)|The Interior of a Flemish Kitchen, with an old woman giving a boy and girl some soup in a spoon; the cauldron is before her on the table; she holds in her left hand a candle, which throws a light on the figures. This precious little picture is of the finest execution of the master, and the effect of the light is admirably pourtrayed. On panel]] réalisée par Godefroy Schalken, vendue par Duke de Berri. [3]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Young Lady is showing her bosom to an elder female, who appears to be much hurt at some misfortune; by their side is a spaniel who appears seeking the caresses of his mistress; and a rich carpet hangs from a chair. In the back-ground an old woman, leaning on her stick, is in conversation with two attendants; a man in a black Spanish dress is entering the apartment. This picture is exquisitely finished, and well coloured. On panel (William Mieris)|A Young Lady is showing her bosom to an elder female, who appears to be much hurt at some misfortune; by their side is a spaniel who appears seeking the caresses of his mistress; and a rich carpet hangs from a chair. In the back-ground an old woman, leaning on her stick, is in conversation with two attendants; a man in a black Spanish dress is entering the apartment. This picture is exquisitely finished, and well coloured. On panel]] réalisée par William Mieris, vendue par Duke de Berri. [4]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Chateau, surrounded by a moat and tall trees. A man, seated on the bank of the stream in the foreground, accompanied by his dog, is fishing with a rod and line; several cavaliers and ladies are walking under the shade of the trees. The foreground is enriched with a herbage, and trunks of felled trees are introduced with wonderful truth. The figures in this capital picture are admirably introduced by Adrian Van der Velde. On canvas (Wynants)|A Chateau, surrounded by a moat and tall trees. A man, seated on the bank of the stream in the foreground, accompanied by his dog, is fishing with a rod and line; several cavaliers and ladies are walking under the shade of the trees. The foreground is enriched with a herbage, and trunks of felled trees are introduced with wonderful truth. The figures in this capital picture are admirably introduced by Adrian Van der Velde. On canvas]] réalisée par Wynants, vendue par Duke de Berri. [5]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Dutch Village. At the door of an inn a horseman is refreshing his horse, and conversing with some peasants, and a group of travellers smoking and drinking. In the centre is a horseman, and a woman with a child in her arms is asking charity of him. To the left several male and female peasants are engaged at their doors with their poultry and domestic animals. The centre group is illuminated by a beautiful gleam of sunshine. This charming production was originally painted on panel, but was transferred to canvas with a portion of the original panel still left, by Pignard (Isaac Van Ostade)|A Dutch Village. At the door of an inn a horseman is refreshing his horse, and conversing with some peasants, and a group of travellers smoking and drinking. In the centre is a horseman, and a woman with a child in her arms is asking charity of him. To the left several male and female peasants are engaged at their doors with their poultry and domestic animals. The centre group is illuminated by a beautiful gleam of sunshine. This charming production was originally painted on panel, but was transferred to canvas with a portion of the original panel still left, by Pignard]] réalisée par Isaac Van Ostade, vendue par Duke de Berri. [6]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[View of a Chateau, of which the parterres and the garden are enclosed by a low wall of brick surmounted by a balustrade. Through an entrance gate, a little to the right, ornamented with bas-relief, a cavalier of distinction is advancing, accompanied by a page; a poor woman before the gate is asking charity. In the foreground a groom, seated on some sculptured ruins, is engaged in coupling some greyhounds. The minute detail and exquisite finish renders this one of the most perfect pictures of the master. On panel (J. Van Der Heyden)|View of a Chateau, of which the parterres and the garden are enclosed by a low wall of brick surmounted by a balustrade. Through an entrance gate, a little to the right, ornamented with bas-relief, a cavalier of distinction is advancing, accompanied by a page; a poor woman before the gate is asking charity. In the foreground a groom, seated on some sculptured ruins, is engaged in coupling some greyhounds. The minute detail and exquisite finish renders this one of the most perfect pictures of the master. On panel]] réalisée par J. Van Der Heyden, vendue par Duke de Berri. [7]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[View in a Square at Amsterdam. On the right are a church and a shoemaker's shop; in the distance is a perspective view of other buildings in vapour. This charming picture is embellished with beautiful figures by the pencil of Adrian Van der Velde. On panel (Jean Van Der Heyden)|View in a Square at Amsterdam. On the right are a church and a shoemaker's shop; in the distance is a perspective view of other buildings in vapour. This charming picture is embellished with beautiful figures by the pencil of Adrian Van der Velde. On panel]] réalisée par Jean Van Der Heyden, vendue par Duke de Berri. [8]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Italian Landscape, with effect of setting sun. From a rock on the left a cascade falls into a pool overshadowed by a tall tree. A vast extent of country, bounded by a high mountain, forms the distance. In the foreground a woman is reposing, and conversing with a man with a sack on his shoulder; at a little distance is an old man with an ass laden with packs, and another figure is driving cattle. This charming little picture, painted in a warm and vigorous tone, reminds us of the delightful productions of Both and Berghem. On panel (Adam Pynaker)|An Italian Landscape, with effect of setting sun. From a rock on the left a cascade falls into a pool overshadowed by a tall tree. A vast extent of country, bounded by a high mountain, forms the distance. In the foreground a woman is reposing, and conversing with a man with a sack on his shoulder; at a little distance is an old man with an ass laden with packs, and another figure is driving cattle. This charming little picture, painted in a warm and vigorous tone, reminds us of the delightful productions of Both and Berghem. On panel]] réalisée par Adam Pynaker, vendue par Duke de Berri. [10]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Italian Landscape, with a rich and warm evening sun and a clear sky, bounded by a high mountain; a stream turns the wheel of a mill. Beneath a rising bank to the left, several villagers are driving their cattle to a pool of water which crosses the road. A boy is driving a grey horse, on which a brilliant sunshine produces a most vivid effect. A traveller in the distance, mounted on a grey horse, is asking some information of a man walking by his side. This charming picture, from its beautiful execution, the spirit and lightness of its touch, leaves nothing to be desired. On canvas (Karl Du Jardin)|An Italian Landscape, with a rich and warm evening sun and a clear sky, bounded by a high mountain; a stream turns the wheel of a mill. Beneath a rising bank to the left, several villagers are driving their cattle to a pool of water which crosses the road. A boy is driving a grey horse, on which a brilliant sunshine produces a most vivid effect. A traveller in the distance, mounted on a grey horse, is asking some information of a man walking by his side. This charming picture, from its beautiful execution, the spirit and lightness of its touch, leaves nothing to be desired. On canvas]] réalisée par Karl Du Jardin, vendue par Duke de Berri. [12]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Cavern near some ancient Ruins. A female peasant, with a large basket of fruit on her head, is leading a little boy by the hand through a rivulet, a grey horse laden with calves, and an ass, are driven by an old man. The group is partially lighted by a clear sky. On panel (John Asselyn)|A Cavern near some ancient Ruins. A female peasant, with a large basket of fruit on her head, is leading a little boy by the hand through a rivulet, a grey horse laden with calves, and an ass, are driven by an old man. The group is partially lighted by a clear sky. On panel]] réalisée par John Asselyn, vendue par Duke de Berri. [13]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Departure of a Hawking Party. Near a chateau a cavalier is setting out for the chase, accompanied by his wife; she is mounted on a bright sorrel horse, and has a falcon on her wrist; her husband, who goes before her, is mounted upon a fine bay courser; he is talking to his falcon, and in his right hand he holds his hat with feathers; a dog is barking before him. On the right a huntsman is preparing to mount a grey horse; a young attendant is holding two greyhounds in slips. On the left a man is leading two horses to water at a fountain enriched with sculpture. This admirable work, for beauty of composition and exquisite colouring and finish, is second to none of this great master. Canvas (Philip Wouvermans)|The Departure of a Hawking Party. Near a chateau a cavalier is setting out for the chase, accompanied by his wife; she is mounted on a bright sorrel horse, and has a falcon on her wrist; her husband, who goes before her, is mounted upon a fine bay courser; he is talking to his falcon, and in his right hand he holds his hat with feathers; a dog is barking before him. On the right a huntsman is preparing to mount a grey horse; a young attendant is holding two greyhounds in slips. On the left a man is leading two horses to water at a fountain enriched with sculpture. This admirable work, for beauty of composition and exquisite colouring and finish, is second to none of this great master. Canvas]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [14]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Young Country Girl, seated near a building with a child, is deploring the death of a cock which a spaniel has just destroyed; a boy is chastising him with a whip. Beyond, under a vine near some fluted columns, are some soldiers, who have taken off their cuirasses to refresh themselves; they are conversing with some women. In the fore-ground are sheep and goats; on a wide road, bounded by a wall, are droves of sheep and oxen passing under a ruined arch. This is one of the most perfect works of the master. On panel (John Baptist Weenix)|A Young Country Girl, seated near a building with a child, is deploring the death of a cock which a spaniel has just destroyed; a boy is chastising him with a whip. Beyond, under a vine near some fluted columns, are some soldiers, who have taken off their cuirasses to refresh themselves; they are conversing with some women. In the fore-ground are sheep and goats; on a wide road, bounded by a wall, are droves of sheep and oxen passing under a ruined arch. This is one of the most perfect works of the master. On panel]] réalisée par John Baptist Weenix, vendue par Duke de Berri. [15]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Skirmish of Cavalry and Infantry near a village. On the right is a river, which several cavaliers, who are closely pursued, are crossing, defending themselves with pistols. On the left some foot soldiers are attacking cavalry, who are repulsing them with their carbines. Beyond, in the centre, a convoy of provisions is attacked. The minute attention to detail ranks this picture among the most perfect of the master. Canvas (Philip Wouvermans)|A Skirmish of Cavalry and Infantry near a village. On the right is a river, which several cavaliers, who are closely pursued, are crossing, defending themselves with pistols. On the left some foot soldiers are attacking cavalry, who are repulsing them with their carbines. Beyond, in the centre, a convoy of provisions is attacked. The minute attention to detail ranks this picture among the most perfect of the master. Canvas]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [16]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Italian Landscape, with a beautiful and extensive view of the Alps bounding the horizon. Groups of trees are separated from the foreground by a rivulet, which a peasant is passing, leading a mule; a female peasant is driving her flock. Light clouds add to the beauty of this composition, which is perfect in tone and design. On canvas (Karl Du Jardin)|An Italian Landscape, with a beautiful and extensive view of the Alps bounding the horizon. Groups of trees are separated from the foreground by a rivulet, which a peasant is passing, leading a mule; a female peasant is driving her flock. Light clouds add to the beauty of this composition, which is perfect in tone and design. On canvas]] réalisée par Karl Du Jardin, vendue par Duke de Berri. [18]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A River Scene, with large trees shadowing the foreground, where a man is fishing with a line. The riuns of an ancient edifice with a square brick tower are bounded by a forest. A cloudy sky, most skilfully managed, adds to the effect of this charming production, and the light which falls on the buildings is a most happy effort of art. On wood (Jacob Ruysdaël)|A River Scene, with large trees shadowing the foreground, where a man is fishing with a line. The riuns of an ancient edifice with a square brick tower are bounded by a forest. A cloudy sky, most skilfully managed, adds to the effect of this charming production, and the light which falls on the buildings is a most happy effort of art. On wood]] réalisée par Jacob Ruysdaël, vendue par Duke de Berri. [19]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[In the Interior of a Cabaret. By the side of a chimney, the hostess is seated, leaning carelessly on a long wooden settle, on the back of which an old man is leaning; he is smoking, and seems to suspend his operations to join in the conversation. In the fore-ground another man, with his hat on and covered with a large bluish mantle, is filling his pipe, seated in a low chair; a third is standing warming his back before the fire, and is raising to his lips a jug; a little girl is eating soup out of a porringer placed on a block of wood; a dog is watching her attentively. In the back-ground, near an open window, three men are seated at a table smoking, and two others are standing conversing together. The details of this precious production are managed with the greatest skill. It bears date 1661, when this great master was in all his vigour. On panel (Adrian Ostade)|In the Interior of a Cabaret. By the side of a chimney, the hostess is seated, leaning carelessly on a long wooden settle, on the back of which an old man is leaning; he is smoking, and seems to suspend his operations to join in the conversation. In the fore-ground another man, with his hat on and covered with a large bluish mantle, is filling his pipe, seated in a low chair; a third is standing warming his back before the fire, and is raising to his lips a jug; a little girl is eating soup out of a porringer placed on a block of wood; a dog is watching her attentively. In the back-ground, near an open window, three men are seated at a table smoking, and two others are standing conversing together. The details of this precious production are managed with the greatest skill. It bears date 1661, when this great master was in all his vigour. On panel]] réalisée par Adrian Ostade, vendue par Duke de Berri. [20]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Le Retour de la Chasse, ou le don du Chasseur, engraved under that name. Near a Chateau, a young lady is descending to meet a Cavalier, who has just alighted from his horse to offer her the produce of his sport; the young lady gathers from a vase near her a rose to present to him in return; a page holds a horse by the bridle; near him are two ladies on horseback, a cavalier is helping one of them to alight, while the other is noticing a spaniel; on the the right side huntsmen on horseback and on foot are arriving; several domestics are reposing, with game spread near them. A varied landscape occupies the distance (Philip Wouvermans)|Le Retour de la Chasse, ou le don du Chasseur, engraved under that name. Near a Chateau, a young lady is descending to meet a Cavalier, who has just alighted from his horse to offer her the produce of his sport; the young lady gathers from a vase near her a rose to present to him in return; a page holds a horse by the bridle; near him are two ladies on horseback, a cavalier is helping one of them to alight, while the other is noticing a spaniel; on the the right side huntsmen on horseback and on foot are arriving; several domestics are reposing, with game spread near them. A varied landscape occupies the distance]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [21]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Interior, with a Man seated near a table, holding his pipe and a jug; he is listening to an old man seated on the other side of the table, who is playing the violin; on the table is a pack of cards; a young female servant is leaning on the back of his chair, listening to the musician; a door, half open, in the back-ground discovers a young woman with two children; on the left in the fore-ground is a cask, with vegetables. The pictures of this master are much esteemed. On wood (Peter Van Slingelandt)|An Interior, with a Man seated near a table, holding his pipe and a jug; he is listening to an old man seated on the other side of the table, who is playing the violin; on the table is a pack of cards; a young female servant is leaning on the back of his chair, listening to the musician; a door, half open, in the back-ground discovers a young woman with two children; on the left in the fore-ground is a cask, with vegetables. The pictures of this master are much esteemed. On wood]] réalisée par Peter Van Slingelandt, vendue par Duke de Berri. [22]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Sportsman, seated in an apartment, is examining the contents of a Game-bag of green velvet; he is holding a Partridge in his hand; other birds are already on the table; a Greyhound and a Spaniel are by his side. This picture is exceedingly well coloured and delicately finished, and partakes very much of the manner of William Mieris. On wood (Ary. De Voys)|A Sportsman, seated in an apartment, is examining the contents of a Game-bag of green velvet; he is holding a Partridge in his hand; other birds are already on the table; a Greyhound and a Spaniel are by his side. This picture is exceedingly well coloured and delicately finished, and partakes very much of the manner of William Mieris. On wood]] réalisée par Ary. De Voys, vendue par Duke de Berri. [26]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Meadow, near a Village, with a beautifully varied group of Cattle reposing; in the centre a bullock is lowing; on the right is the noble trunk of an old oak; a charette, with figures, is advancing from the distant village, of which the church is visible. A beautiful gleam of sun lights up the fore-ground, which is forcibly contrasted by the dark clouds of an approaching shower. This capital picture is one of the best productions of this rare master; it was painted two years before his death and at his best time, it is in perfect preservation. On panel (P. Potter, 1652)|A Meadow, near a Village, with a beautifully varied group of Cattle reposing; in the centre a bullock is lowing; on the right is the noble trunk of an old oak; a charette, with figures, is advancing from the distant village, of which the church is visible. A beautiful gleam of sun lights up the fore-ground, which is forcibly contrasted by the dark clouds of an approaching shower. This capital picture is one of the best productions of this rare master; it was painted two years before his death and at his best time, it is in perfect preservation. On panel]] réalisée par P. Potter, 1652, vendue par Duke de Berri. [28]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[On the Banks of a River, several trading Vessels are taking in their cargo, and on some rising ground a Waggon, drawn by three Horses, is unloading. The fore-ground is occupied by baggage, on which are seated two women nursing their children; beyond are two mules charged with bales of goods; on the same side, on the right, two horses are eating their oats, while another is lying down; the captain of one of the vessels, accompanied by a lady and child, is watching some men who are with difficulty rolling a large bale of goods on board a boat. The detail which enriches this composition is inimitable. On canvas (Philip Wouvermans)|On the Banks of a River, several trading Vessels are taking in their cargo, and on some rising ground a Waggon, drawn by three Horses, is unloading. The fore-ground is occupied by baggage, on which are seated two women nursing their children; beyond are two mules charged with bales of goods; on the same side, on the right, two horses are eating their oats, while another is lying down; the captain of one of the vessels, accompanied by a lady and child, is watching some men who are with difficulty rolling a large bale of goods on board a boat. The detail which enriches this composition is inimitable. On canvas]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [30]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[In the Port of Amsterdam, Men-of-War and Merchant Vessels are moored; a Market-boat is approaching the shore full of passengers -- the sea is agitated by a slight breeze. This delightful picture, admirable for its extreme truth and delicacy, may be compared to the finest works of W. Van de Velde. On canvas (Louis Backhuysen)|In the Port of Amsterdam, Men-of-War and Merchant Vessels are moored; a Market-boat is approaching the shore full of passengers -- the sea is agitated by a slight breeze. This delightful picture, admirable for its extreme truth and delicacy, may be compared to the finest works of W. Van de Velde. On canvas]] réalisée par Louis Backhuysen, vendue par Duke de Berri. [31]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Near a circular-topped window, a Dutch Girl is seated, holding on her knee a lace pillow, which is covered with muslin; she has on a round cap, her dress is brown, and a white handkerchief falls on her bosom; in the window are her scissars, and a glass of beer; on the right a currant bush is trained about the window, and on the left hangs a cage with a bird. On wood, with the signature of the master (Gabriel Metzu)|Near a circular-topped window, a Dutch Girl is seated, holding on her knee a lace pillow, which is covered with muslin; she has on a round cap, her dress is brown, and a white handkerchief falls on her bosom; in the window are her scissars, and a glass of beer; on the right a currant bush is trained about the window, and on the left hangs a cage with a bird. On wood, with the signature of the master]] réalisée par Gabriel Metzu, vendue par Duke de Berri. [32]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Ruined Cabaret, the roof of which is ornamented with flowers and shaded with trees; a party of cavaliers are refreshing themselves and their horses; other figures accompany a travelling waggon drawn by two horses. On the right some men are bathing in a river; the distance is richly varied. This beautiful specimen appears to unite in a small compass all the qualities of this extraordinary artist. We may consider it of his best time, and most perfect execution. It is the pendant to No. 84. On copper (Philip Wouvermans)|A Ruined Cabaret, the roof of which is ornamented with flowers and shaded with trees; a party of cavaliers are refreshing themselves and their horses; other figures accompany a travelling waggon drawn by two horses. On the right some men are bathing in a river; the distance is richly varied. This beautiful specimen appears to unite in a small compass all the qualities of this extraordinary artist. We may consider it of his best time, and most perfect execution. It is the pendant to No. 84. On copper]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [33]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[In an Interior a young and pretty Dutch Girl with a pipe in her hand, and her arm leaning on a tub which is before her, on which is a candle; a young peasant is smiling at a pitcher which he holds on his knee, and which appears to be empty: they are surprised by an old woman. In half shadow is seen a girl and a child warming themselves. The foreground on this side is occupied by a table, on which is a milk jug of brass, and some onions. This precious picture, which gives the effect of candle and fire-light, is quite worthy of Gerard Dow. On wood (Godfrey Schalken)|In an Interior a young and pretty Dutch Girl with a pipe in her hand, and her arm leaning on a tub which is before her, on which is a candle; a young peasant is smiling at a pitcher which he holds on his knee, and which appears to be empty: they are surprised by an old woman. In half shadow is seen a girl and a child warming themselves. The foreground on this side is occupied by a table, on which is a milk jug of brass, and some onions. This precious picture, which gives the effect of candle and fire-light, is quite worthy of Gerard Dow. On wood]] réalisée par Godfrey Schalken, vendue par Duke de Berri. [34]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Halt of a Hawking Party. A cavalier and his wife, both mounted on spirited horses, a falcon perched on his wrist; they are followed by falconers, dogs, and two mules loaded with refreshments; beggars are asking charity as they pass. On the right is an architectural fountain in ruins, at which a cavalier is refreshing his horse; further in the distance several cavaliers are stopping at the door of a Cabaret, under the shade of some trees. An exquisite chef-d'oeuvre. On copper (Philip Wouvermans)|Halt of a Hawking Party. A cavalier and his wife, both mounted on spirited horses, a falcon perched on his wrist; they are followed by falconers, dogs, and two mules loaded with refreshments; beggars are asking charity as they pass. On the right is an architectural fountain in ruins, at which a cavalier is refreshing his horse; further in the distance several cavaliers are stopping at the door of a Cabaret, under the shade of some trees. An exquisite chef-d'oeuvre. On copper]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [35]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Hermit's Cell under the vaulted roof of an ancient Temple; he is meditating on a Manuscript, which is resting, as well as the hand in which he holds his Spectacles, on a ruin of brickwork. He is lighted by a candle, before which is a skull thrown on its side; a lantern, some books, and an hour-glass, complete this picture, which is full of harmony, representing most admirably the effect of candle-light. On wood, with arched top (Gerard Dow)|A Hermit's Cell under the vaulted roof of an ancient Temple; he is meditating on a Manuscript, which is resting, as well as the hand in which he holds his Spectacles, on a ruin of brickwork. He is lighted by a candle, before which is a skull thrown on its side; a lantern, some books, and an hour-glass, complete this picture, which is full of harmony, representing most admirably the effect of candle-light. On wood, with arched top]] réalisée par Gerard Dow, vendue par Duke de Berri. [36]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Italian Landscape, with a Town built on the Table of a Mountain, defended by a square Tower. On the right is a well at which a man is drinking; and a girl mounted on a grey horse, which is drinking out of a stone basin, a peasant accompanies her with a loaded ass and colt. This admirable picture resembles strongly the style of Kael du Jardin. On wood (Breemburg)|An Italian Landscape, with a Town built on the Table of a Mountain, defended by a square Tower. On the right is a well at which a man is drinking; and a girl mounted on a grey horse, which is drinking out of a stone basin, a peasant accompanies her with a loaded ass and colt. This admirable picture resembles strongly the style of Kael du Jardin. On wood]] réalisée par Breemburg, vendue par Duke de Berri. [37]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A mountainous Landscape, with a Lake. In the foreground on the right, a woman riding on an ox loaded with panniers, is driving a loaded ass; she is accompanied by a man, who is driving sheep and goats; other figures are seen in the distance. It is painted when the artist was thirty years of age, and in all the force of his talent. On coarse canvas (Nicholas Berghem. Dated 1654)|A mountainous Landscape, with a Lake. In the foreground on the right, a woman riding on an ox loaded with panniers, is driving a loaded ass; she is accompanied by a man, who is driving sheep and goats; other figures are seen in the distance. It is painted when the artist was thirty years of age, and in all the force of his talent. On coarse canvas]] réalisée par Nicholas Berghem. Dated 1654, vendue par Duke de Berri. [38]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Dutch Girl gathering a Pink. The Flower-pot is placed outside a window, over which a carpet is laid: -- the head is full of expression and feeling. This picture was painted by the artist at the age of 43, a period when his talent was in the highest perfection. On wood, with arched top (Gerard Dow, 1656)|A Dutch Girl gathering a Pink. The Flower-pot is placed outside a window, over which a carpet is laid: -- the head is full of expression and feeling. This picture was painted by the artist at the age of 43, a period when his talent was in the highest perfection. On wood, with arched top]] réalisée par Gerard Dow, 1656, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par W. Beckford au prix de 500 gs. [40]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of a Lady. Her hand resting on a ballustrade; her hair is dressed with pearls; her robe of satin is covered with a short gown of clear muslin; on her arms are bracelets, each of three rows of pearls. This picture is admirable for clearness and effect. On wood, with arched top (Frances Mieris)|Portrait of a Lady. Her hand resting on a ballustrade; her hair is dressed with pearls; her robe of satin is covered with a short gown of clear muslin; on her arms are bracelets, each of three rows of pearls. This picture is admirable for clearness and effect. On wood, with arched top]] réalisée par Frances Mieris, vendue par Duke de Berri. [41]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Pan and Syrinx. In the solitude of a park, ornamented with sculpture, a young Shepherd is embracing a Nymph, with Cupids in the back-ground. This charming production of the Chevalier Van der Werf is distinguished by the warmth and glow of its colouring from the usual ivory tone of his works. On wood (The Chev. Adrian Van Der Werf)|Pan and Syrinx. In the solitude of a park, ornamented with sculpture, a young Shepherd is embracing a Nymph, with Cupids in the back-ground. This charming production of the Chevalier Van der Werf is distinguished by the warmth and glow of its colouring from the usual ivory tone of his works. On wood]] réalisée par The Chev. Adrian Van Der Werf, vendue par Duke de Berri. [42]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of a Person of Distinction. He is standing under a peristyle at the entrance of a park, ornamented with statues: his right arm is resting on a stone ballustrade; he holds in the same hand a red scarf, which is round his waist; he is dressed in a silk tunic; his hair is brown and flowing on his shoulders; a large cravat tied under his chin hangs down on his breast. This picture, painted with great truth, and exquisitely finished, displays also great knowledge of chiaro-oscuro. On wood, arched at the top (Francis Mieris)|Portrait of a Person of Distinction. He is standing under a peristyle at the entrance of a park, ornamented with statues: his right arm is resting on a stone ballustrade; he holds in the same hand a red scarf, which is round his waist; he is dressed in a silk tunic; his hair is brown and flowing on his shoulders; a large cravat tied under his chin hangs down on his breast. This picture, painted with great truth, and exquisitely finished, displays also great knowledge of chiaro-oscuro. On wood, arched at the top]] réalisée par Francis Mieris, vendue par Duke de Berri. [43]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The arched Window of his Studio. The painter is playing the violin and watching a bird in a cage, his music-book is open before him; he leans upon a rich carpet, which in part conceals the entablature below the window, which represents, in bas-relief, children playing with goats. In the interior of the apartment is seen a man at a table smoking his pipe, and another grinding colours. This charming picture, unrivalled for truth, was formerly in the Gallery of the Palais Royal. On wood (Gerard Dow)|The arched Window of his Studio. The painter is playing the violin and watching a bird in a cage, his music-book is open before him; he leans upon a rich carpet, which in part conceals the entablature below the window, which represents, in bas-relief, children playing with goats. In the interior of the apartment is seen a man at a table smoking his pipe, and another grinding colours. This charming picture, unrivalled for truth, was formerly in the Gallery of the Palais Royal. On wood]] réalisée par Gerard Dow, vendue par Duke de Berri. [44]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[View of the Cathedral of Cologne. A number of small figures, painted by A. van de Velde, embellish this production of an artist who acquired great fame for the skill and spirit with which he treated subjects on a minute scale. On wood (John Van Der Heyden)|View of the Cathedral of Cologne. A number of small figures, painted by A. van de Velde, embellish this production of an artist who acquired great fame for the skill and spirit with which he treated subjects on a minute scale. On wood]] réalisée par John Van Der Heyden, vendue par Duke de Berri. [45]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Landscape, with a River, lighted up by a setting sun; two horses are tied by the bridle to the trunk of a large tree. On the right a servant mounted is waiting for his master, who is seated before the door of an inn with his dog. This picture, warm in colouring and free in design, is among the best productions of this admirable master. On wood (Albert Cuyp)|A Landscape, with a River, lighted up by a setting sun; two horses are tied by the bridle to the trunk of a large tree. On the right a servant mounted is waiting for his master, who is seated before the door of an inn with his dog. This picture, warm in colouring and free in design, is among the best productions of this admirable master. On wood]] réalisée par Albert Cuyp, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par Bryan au prix de 480 gs. [46]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Calm -- a Man-of-War in the offing saluting. Fishermen are pushing off a small boat to a yacht and fishing-boat at anchor, on board which are numerous figures. This beautiful specimen is in silvery tone and in the best manner of the artist. On canvas (William Van De Velde)|A Calm -- a Man-of-War in the offing saluting. Fishermen are pushing off a small boat to a yacht and fishing-boat at anchor, on board which are numerous figures. This beautiful specimen is in silvery tone and in the best manner of the artist. On canvas]] réalisée par William Van De Velde, vendue par Duke de Berri. [47]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[At the Door of a Cabaret a Fidler, seated near a post of a shed, is playing to four peasants who are dancing, others are looking on and are smoking and drinking; under the shed are tables where men and women are regaling; in the fore-ground, on the same side, two children are playing with a black dog. On the left, part of the village is seen in perspective, enlivened with spirited figures. This capital production, full of truth and spirit, was painted by Ostade in his 52d year. On wood (Adrian Ostade)|At the Door of a Cabaret a Fidler, seated near a post of a shed, is playing to four peasants who are dancing, others are looking on and are smoking and drinking; under the shed are tables where men and women are regaling; in the fore-ground, on the same side, two children are playing with a black dog. On the left, part of the village is seen in perspective, enlivened with spirited figures. This capital production, full of truth and spirit, was painted by Ostade in his 52d year. On wood]] réalisée par Adrian Ostade, vendue par Duke de Berri. [48]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Bridge and a ruined Tower; to the river a groom is leading two horses, and a traveller is watering a third; some peasants are upon the bridge. This picture has been transferred, by Piguard, in 1770, to canvas, with a layer of the panel -- it having been painted without preparation (P. Potter, 1651)|A Bridge and a ruined Tower; to the river a groom is leading two horses, and a traveller is watering a third; some peasants are upon the bridge. This picture has been transferred, by Piguard, in 1770, to canvas, with a layer of the panel -- it having been painted without preparation]] réalisée par P. Potter, 1651, vendue par Duke de Berri. [49]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Congress of Munster. Engraved by Suiderhof, and the most esteemed of all this artist's works. It represents all the ministers plenipotentiary who assisted at the congress. The artist has given his own portrait among the spectators. That he esteemed it the chef-d'oeuvre of his performances may be inferred from his setting the high price of 6,100 florins on the picture. On copper (Gerard Terburg)|The Congress of Munster. Engraved by Suiderhof, and the most esteemed of all this artist's works. It represents all the ministers plenipotentiary who assisted at the congress. The artist has given his own portrait among the spectators. That he esteemed it the chef-d'oeuvre of his performances may be inferred from his setting the high price of 6,100 florins on the picture. On copper]] réalisée par Gerard Terburg, vendue par Duke de Berri. [50]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Scene in Holland, intersected by plains, woods, villages, and mountains. In the distance are some trees; on a hillock which occupies the left side, and which serves to give distance, rises the trunk of an old oak which has few branches and is surrounded by plants and brambles. On the right an old man leads a flock composed of horned cattle and sheep. These animals and their conductor, painted by Adrian van der Velde, complete this precious gem, which is a chef-d'oeuvre of the master. On canvas (John Wynants)|Scene in Holland, intersected by plains, woods, villages, and mountains. In the distance are some trees; on a hillock which occupies the left side, and which serves to give distance, rises the trunk of an old oak which has few branches and is surrounded by plants and brambles. On the right an old man leads a flock composed of horned cattle and sheep. These animals and their conductor, painted by Adrian van der Velde, complete this precious gem, which is a chef-d'oeuvre of the master. On canvas]] réalisée par John Wynants, vendue par Duke de Berri. [53]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Rural Concert -- a composition of three figures. In a landscape, seated on a hillock on the right, is a young shepherdess in a blue corset, with a straw hat; she is playing on a flageolet, which a rustic is teaching her by placing her fingers; at her feet is seated a young shepherd playing on the bagpipe, and is looking at her. This beautiful specimen of the master is most spirited, and executed with great delicacy. On copper (David Teniers)|The Rural Concert -- a composition of three figures. In a landscape, seated on a hillock on the right, is a young shepherdess in a blue corset, with a straw hat; she is playing on a flageolet, which a rustic is teaching her by placing her fingers; at her feet is seated a young shepherd playing on the bagpipe, and is looking at her. This beautiful specimen of the master is most spirited, and executed with great delicacy. On copper]] réalisée par David Teniers, vendue par Duke de Berri. [54]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Calm. On the left, near a dyke, at which some workmen are employed, is seen a coasting vessel and a smaller boat, with her sails spread to dry; on the right, are several large ships in the distance; in the fore-ground is a boat and figures bathing, and a fisherman is coming out of the water with a basket on his back. This production is unequalled in its kind. On canvas (William Vander Velde)|A Calm. On the left, near a dyke, at which some workmen are employed, is seen a coasting vessel and a smaller boat, with her sails spread to dry; on the right, are several large ships in the distance; in the fore-ground is a boat and figures bathing, and a fisherman is coming out of the water with a basket on his back. This production is unequalled in its kind. On canvas]] réalisée par William Vander Velde, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par Nuwenhuis au prix de 500 £. [55]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Peasant, with a Female leaning on his Knee. He is playing the flute, while they are watching two cows, some sheep and lambs, near a fountain surmounted by a vase; an ancient fortress is on the rising back-ground. A charming specimen. On wood (Adrian Van Der Velde)|A Peasant, with a Female leaning on his Knee. He is playing the flute, while they are watching two cows, some sheep and lambs, near a fountain surmounted by a vase; an ancient fortress is on the rising back-ground. A charming specimen. On wood]] réalisée par Adrian Van Der Velde, vendue par Duke de Berri. [58]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An extensive Landscape, with a Village on the Bank of a River, and numerous figures. Before a public-house, on the left, a party of peasants are merry-making, and beyond them boors are quarrelling and fighting; in the fore-ground a woman is drawing away her husband, who has been wounded in the fray; close to the bank is a barge laden with hay, from which boys are bathing. The picture is full of subject, and the grouping of the figures very spirited. It is dated 1699 (Philip Wouvermans)|An extensive Landscape, with a Village on the Bank of a River, and numerous figures. Before a public-house, on the left, a party of peasants are merry-making, and beyond them boors are quarrelling and fighting; in the fore-ground a woman is drawing away her husband, who has been wounded in the fray; close to the bank is a barge laden with hay, from which boys are bathing. The picture is full of subject, and the grouping of the figures very spirited. It is dated 1699]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par Woodburn. [59]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Le Retour du Marché. A landscape, with a woman seated on a bundle nursing a child; before her is passing a market-cart; the driver is mounted on the white horse; a woman in the cart is seated on some straw, and holds a jar of milk; she is looking with interest at the child. This charming little picture is known by the engraving of Sir Robert Strange. On wood (Philip Wouvermans)|Le Retour du Marché. A landscape, with a woman seated on a bundle nursing a child; before her is passing a market-cart; the driver is mounted on the white horse; a woman in the cart is seated on some straw, and holds a jar of milk; she is looking with interest at the child. This charming little picture is known by the engraving of Sir Robert Strange. On wood]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par [[Gurhards [?]]]. [61]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of a Female Artist. Her head uncovered and dressed in a mantle of shot silk; she holds a pallet and pencils in her hand, and on the same arm has a small marble figure of Hercules; the fingers of the right hand are resting on a gold chain, suspended from her neck, and from which a mask is hanging on her bosom. This beautiful specimen of the master, whose works are rare, is richly painted and beautifully finished. On copper, 5 inches high by 3 3/4 inches arched (Frances Van Mieris)|Portrait of a Female Artist. Her head uncovered and dressed in a mantle of shot silk; she holds a pallet and pencils in her hand, and on the same arm has a small marble figure of Hercules; the fingers of the right hand are resting on a gold chain, suspended from her neck, and from which a mask is hanging on her bosom. This beautiful specimen of the master, whose works are rare, is richly painted and beautifully finished. On copper, 5 inches high by 3 3/4 inches arched]] réalisée par Frances Van Mieris, vendue par Duke de Berri. [62]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[In an avenue of trees leading to a Chateau, a young Page, in a red mantle, holds two Horses. Near him are two cows, one descending into a meadow; further back is a man on horseback, dressed in black, is advancing; on the left, across the river, the church and town of Dort appears, lighted by a beautiful effect of setting sun. On canvas (Albert Cuyp)|In an avenue of trees leading to a Chateau, a young Page, in a red mantle, holds two Horses. Near him are two cows, one descending into a meadow; further back is a man on horseback, dressed in black, is advancing; on the left, across the river, the church and town of Dort appears, lighted by a beautiful effect of setting sun. On canvas]] réalisée par Albert Cuyp, vendue par Duke de Berri. [64]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Landscape, with effect of setting sun. On the left are high mountains crowned with an ancient fortress, defended by several embattled towers; at the foot runs a river, on the banks of which several women are washing; on the right are two men fishing with a line. This picture well sustains the reputation of the French school. On canvas (Joseph Vernet)|A Landscape, with effect of setting sun. On the left are high mountains crowned with an ancient fortress, defended by several embattled towers; at the foot runs a river, on the banks of which several women are washing; on the right are two men fishing with a line. This picture well sustains the reputation of the French school. On canvas]] réalisée par Joseph Vernet, vendue par Duke de Berri. [65]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Park, with an old wall and a row of tall Poplars, in the midst of which is a column and the roof of a Temple. On the right is a pleasing landscape, bounded by high mountains; a man and woman are dancing to a violin, and several persons are seated at the foot of some trees. This pleasing production of this master is embellished by the figures of Adrian van de Velde. On canvas (F. Moucheron)|A Park, with an old wall and a row of tall Poplars, in the midst of which is a column and the roof of a Temple. On the right is a pleasing landscape, bounded by high mountains; a man and woman are dancing to a violin, and several persons are seated at the foot of some trees. This pleasing production of this master is embellished by the figures of Adrian van de Velde. On canvas]] réalisée par F. Moucheron, vendue par Duke de Berri. [66]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Inn. A young girl offering refreshment to a Cavalier mounted on a grey horse, accompanied by a Lady. He is wrapped in a mantle, and has a small horn attached to his girdle; he has in his hand a glass of wine, and is addressing the young girl -- their horses are feeding -- another woman stands at the door, and figures are regaling under a trained vine; in the fore-ground are several dogs and fowls. Capitally painted. On canvas (Nicholas Berghem)|An Inn. A young girl offering refreshment to a Cavalier mounted on a grey horse, accompanied by a Lady. He is wrapped in a mantle, and has a small horn attached to his girdle; he has in his hand a glass of wine, and is addressing the young girl -- their horses are feeding -- another woman stands at the door, and figures are regaling under a trained vine; in the fore-ground are several dogs and fowls. Capitally painted. On canvas]] réalisée par Nicholas Berghem, vendue par Duke de Berri. [67]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Interior. A nurse, with a child on her knee, is truning to look at its mother, who is offering it some sweetmeat; the lady is dressed in a cherry-coloured velvet corset, trimmed with fur, and a yellow satin petticoat -- she has a white handkerchief tied round her head. On wood (Metzu)|An Interior. A nurse, with a child on her knee, is truning to look at its mother, who is offering it some sweetmeat; the lady is dressed in a cherry-coloured velvet corset, trimmed with fur, and a yellow satin petticoat -- she has a white handkerchief tied round her head. On wood]] réalisée par Metzu, vendue par Duke de Berri. [69]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[At an open window, two Children are at play; one, the elder, receives a soap-bubble on his red cap, which is ornamented with a yellow and white feather, and which he holds in his right hand, while he leans his left on the edge of the window; the younger child behind him is blowing into a tube to make a bubble; on the window ledge is a silver shield and three shells; the base of the window is ornamented with fruit in relief. This charming specimen which displays a broad touch, warm and golden colouring, and great equality of execution, was painted in the best time of this artist. It is dated 1670. On wood (Gaspard Netscher)|At an open window, two Children are at play; one, the elder, receives a soap-bubble on his red cap, which is ornamented with a yellow and white feather, and which he holds in his right hand, while he leans his left on the edge of the window; the younger child behind him is blowing into a tube to make a bubble; on the window ledge is a silver shield and three shells; the base of the window is ornamented with fruit in relief. This charming specimen which displays a broad touch, warm and golden colouring, and great equality of execution, was painted in the best time of this artist. It is dated 1670. On wood]] réalisée par Gaspard Netscher, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par Sir R. Peel au prix de 280 gs. [72]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[At a window, a young Man dressed in yellow satin, with a scarf and velvet cap, is beating a drum to amuse two children, his elbow is leaning on the drum, which rests on the window-seat; the little girl has a doll in her hand, and the boy is carrying a red flag on his shoulder. On the window-seat is a sword, a ball, and a toy, and on the left side a green satin curtain falls and partly covers a bas-relief of children playing with goats. This charming composition is worthy of Gerard Dow, and has not the dryness which sometimes is seen in this artist; it bears date 1702, when his talent was in perfection. On wood (W. Van Mieris)|At a window, a young Man dressed in yellow satin, with a scarf and velvet cap, is beating a drum to amuse two children, his elbow is leaning on the drum, which rests on the window-seat; the little girl has a doll in her hand, and the boy is carrying a red flag on his shoulder. On the window-seat is a sword, a ball, and a toy, and on the left side a green satin curtain falls and partly covers a bas-relief of children playing with goats. This charming composition is worthy of Gerard Dow, and has not the dryness which sometimes is seen in this artist; it bears date 1702, when his talent was in perfection. On wood]] réalisée par W. Van Mieris, vendue par Duke de Berri. [74]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Under a rich Corinthian Portico, through which a Colonade is seen in perspective, our Saviour appears seated at a large table among the guests at the Marriage at Cana, who, together with his Disciples, express their astonishment at the miracle he has performed by turning the water into wine. The beautiful and rich composition, and fine colouring, may place this picture among the most perfect productions of this artist. On canvas (John Paul Pannini)|Under a rich Corinthian Portico, through which a Colonade is seen in perspective, our Saviour appears seated at a large table among the guests at the Marriage at Cana, who, together with his Disciples, express their astonishment at the miracle he has performed by turning the water into wine. The beautiful and rich composition, and fine colouring, may place this picture among the most perfect productions of this artist. On canvas]] réalisée par John Paul Pannini, vendue par Duke de Berri. [75]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[On the right is a Suttler's Booth, near which are several Cavaliers, and a Lady on a grey horse; one holds his horse by the bridle, another is in the act of mounting a bay horse; in the fore-ground is a Trumpeter on horseback, ready to sound at the moment of their departure; on the left, in the distance, is an encampment with several Soldiers mounted and on foot, in the fore-ground on the same side is a Beggar, with a wooden leg, asking charity. This pretty specimen of Wouvermans is richly painted and admirably designed. On wood (Philip Wouvermans)|On the right is a Suttler's Booth, near which are several Cavaliers, and a Lady on a grey horse; one holds his horse by the bridle, another is in the act of mounting a bay horse; in the fore-ground is a Trumpeter on horseback, ready to sound at the moment of their departure; on the left, in the distance, is an encampment with several Soldiers mounted and on foot, in the fore-ground on the same side is a Beggar, with a wooden leg, asking charity. This pretty specimen of Wouvermans is richly painted and admirably designed. On wood]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [76]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of an Estaminet, with a group of four Boors. One of them is seated on a wooden bench; he holds a pipe in one hand and a pitcher in the other, he has a red cap with a feather on: the second is also seated, with his hat over one eye; he has some tobacco in a paper which he is about to put in his pipe; on a barrel before him is an earthen chafing-dish; another is behind filling his pipe; an opening in the back-ground shows the landlord going to fetch liquor. This charming production is in a clear and transparent tone. On panel (D. Teniers)|The Interior of an Estaminet, with a group of four Boors. One of them is seated on a wooden bench; he holds a pipe in one hand and a pitcher in the other, he has a red cap with a feather on: the second is also seated, with his hat over one eye; he has some tobacco in a paper which he is about to put in his pipe; on a barrel before him is an earthen chafing-dish; another is behind filling his pipe; an opening in the back-ground shows the landlord going to fetch liquor. This charming production is in a clear and transparent tone. On panel]] réalisée par D. Teniers, vendue par Duke de Berri. [77]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Four Bullocks in a Meadow taking shelter under some Trees from an approaching Shower -- a Farm-house in the distance. A charming specimen of this rare master. The signature, Paulus Potter 1653, shews that this picture was painted in his 28th year, -- the year before his death, and in the zenith of his talent. On panel (Paul Potter)|Four Bullocks in a Meadow taking shelter under some Trees from an approaching Shower -- a Farm-house in the distance. A charming specimen of this rare master. The signature, Paulus Potter 1653, shews that this picture was painted in his 28th year, -- the year before his death, and in the zenith of his talent. On panel]] réalisée par Paul Potter, vendue par Duke de Berri. [78]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A grand Saloon, in which is celebrated the Marriage at Cana. At the principal table our Saviour is in the midst of the guests, and is in the act of truning the water into wine; on the left, at a long table, guests of an inferior order are regaling, and in a gallery on the right are the musicians; the marble floor is strewed with branches, and a rich green drapery is suspended above. This picture is of the best time and most careful execution of the master, and is a most capital production. On canvas (Jan Steen)|A grand Saloon, in which is celebrated the Marriage at Cana. At the principal table our Saviour is in the midst of the guests, and is in the act of truning the water into wine; on the left, at a long table, guests of an inferior order are regaling, and in a gallery on the right are the musicians; the marble floor is strewed with branches, and a rich green drapery is suspended above. This picture is of the best time and most careful execution of the master, and is a most capital production. On canvas]] réalisée par Jan Steen, vendue par Duke de Berri. [79]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Great Fair of Ghent. In an open space, near a church, a miltitude of figures are assembled before the stage of a mountebank; the the centre is the artist and his wife witnessing the festivities, and followed by a page; on the left is a beautiful group of figures near a public-house, and numerous booths in the back-ground; on the right are other booths under a row of trees, with figures differently employed. This picture is full of interest, and one of the most capital pictures of the master. It contains nearly 200 figures, and is of the unusual size of 32 inches high by 45 wide (D. Teniers)|The Great Fair of Ghent. In an open space, near a church, a miltitude of figures are assembled before the stage of a mountebank; the the centre is the artist and his wife witnessing the festivities, and followed by a page; on the left is a beautiful group of figures near a public-house, and numerous booths in the back-ground; on the right are other booths under a row of trees, with figures differently employed. This picture is full of interest, and one of the most capital pictures of the master. It contains nearly 200 figures, and is of the unusual size of 32 inches high by 45 wide]] réalisée par D. Teniers, vendue par Duke de Berri. [80]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A View on the borders of a vast Forest of ancient Oaks. An opening on the left discovers a distant country; in the centre is a pool of water; on the road is a mounted cavalier conversing with a poor soldier; a shepherd and shepherdess are driving some sheep from the right. The figures are introduced by Berghem. This admirable picture is one of the most astonishing productions of this great landscape painter. On canvas (J. Ruysdael)|A View on the borders of a vast Forest of ancient Oaks. An opening on the left discovers a distant country; in the centre is a pool of water; on the road is a mounted cavalier conversing with a poor soldier; a shepherd and shepherdess are driving some sheep from the right. The figures are introduced by Berghem. This admirable picture is one of the most astonishing productions of this great landscape painter. On canvas]] réalisée par J. Ruysdael, vendue par Duke de Berri. [82]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Forest Scene, intersected by a wide road; to the left is a woodman's cottage, with beggars at the door, overshadowed by a noble group of trees. The solitude of the scene is enlivened by several beautiful figures -- a lady and gentleman are advancing on the road followed by their carriage and servants, and a man with hawks is near them. A most delightful specimen of this great painter, who was regarded in his time more as an amateur and protector of the arts than as an artist, being Burgomaster of his town. On canvas (Hobbema)|A Forest Scene, intersected by a wide road; to the left is a woodman's cottage, with beggars at the door, overshadowed by a noble group of trees. The solitude of the scene is enlivened by several beautiful figures -- a lady and gentleman are advancing on the road followed by their carriage and servants, and a man with hawks is near them. A most delightful specimen of this great painter, who was regarded in his time more as an amateur and protector of the arts than as an artist, being Burgomaster of his town. On canvas]] réalisée par Hobbema, vendue par Duke de Berri. [84]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Sea-port in the Levant, with Slaves unloading a Vessel. A booth occupies the fore-ground to the left, with an itinerant musician; a statue of white marble on a pedestal is seen to the right, with figures at cards, and slaves at the foot of the pedestal. This capital composition, painted in a clear and silvery tone, is of the best time of the master. On canvas (John Lingelback)|A Sea-port in the Levant, with Slaves unloading a Vessel. A booth occupies the fore-ground to the left, with an itinerant musician; a statue of white marble on a pedestal is seen to the right, with figures at cards, and slaves at the foot of the pedestal. This capital composition, painted in a clear and silvery tone, is of the best time of the master. On canvas]] réalisée par John Lingelback, vendue par Duke de Berri. [85]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Church and several Rustic Buildings occupy the right of the picture; at the door of an auberge figures, with waggons and horses, are halting to refresh themselves, while others in the fore-ground are reposing from the fatigue of thier journey. A capital production. On canvas (Isaac Ostade)|A Church and several Rustic Buildings occupy the right of the picture; at the door of an auberge figures, with waggons and horses, are halting to refresh themselves, while others in the fore-ground are reposing from the fatigue of thier journey. A capital production. On canvas]] réalisée par Isaac Ostade, vendue par Duke de Berri. [86]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Sea-port, with a rich Galley receiving its cargo. At a sculptured fountain a lady and a cavalier are attended by a negro servant; peasants and convicts are grouped about; boats with figures are on the left of the picture, and a trumpeter is sounding the departure of the vessel. The picture is richly coloured and full of interest. Canvas (N. Berghem)|A Sea-port, with a rich Galley receiving its cargo. At a sculptured fountain a lady and a cavalier are attended by a negro servant; peasants and convicts are grouped about; boats with figures are on the left of the picture, and a trumpeter is sounding the departure of the vessel. The picture is richly coloured and full of interest. Canvas]] réalisée par N. Berghem, vendue par Duke de Berri. [87]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Street near the gate of a Dutch Twon, with a Cathedral. In the fore-ground, to the left, some women are washing vegetables at a fountain, near whom are several figures, and a cart and horses; a cavalier with an attendant and dogs is going out hawking. A charming production, full of truth to nature. On panel (Gerard Berkheyde)|A Street near the gate of a Dutch Twon, with a Cathedral. In the fore-ground, to the left, some women are washing vegetables at a fountain, near whom are several figures, and a cart and horses; a cavalier with an attendant and dogs is going out hawking. A charming production, full of truth to nature. On panel]] réalisée par Gerard Berkheyde, vendue par Duke de Berri. [88]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Village Kermesse, called "L'Etendard de l'Empereur." Under the sign a group of many figures are assembled, some dancing to a man playing the hurgygurdy; in the half-distance is another group dancing to a bagpiper, with other figures and cottages in the distance. This capital composition is painted in a silvery tone, and the figures are full of spirit (D. Teniers)|A Village Kermesse, called "L'Etendard de l'Empereur." Under the sign a group of many figures are assembled, some dancing to a man playing the hurgygurdy; in the half-distance is another group dancing to a bagpiper, with other figures and cottages in the distance. This capital composition is painted in a silvery tone, and the figures are full of spirit]] réalisée par D. Teniers, vendue par Duke de Berri. [90]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A young Lady, in a dress of white satin, with a handkerchief of the same tied over her head, is seated with a dog in her lap, perusing a letter, which her attendant, who holds an ewer and salver of silver at a table covered with a rich carpet, is endeavouring likewise to read. This capital production might be taken at first sight for a picture by Terburg. On canvas (J. Van Ochterveldt)|A young Lady, in a dress of white satin, with a handkerchief of the same tied over her head, is seated with a dog in her lap, perusing a letter, which her attendant, who holds an ewer and salver of silver at a table covered with a rich carpet, is endeavouring likewise to read. This capital production might be taken at first sight for a picture by Terburg. On canvas]] réalisée par J. Van Ochterveldt, vendue par Duke de Berri. [91]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Great Horse Fair. In a plain, near a river which meanders through a rich country, are assembled a multitude of figures and horses. This extraordinary production is one of the most surprising of this matchless painter. Nothing can exceed the brilliancy of the colour and the beauty of touch. On panel (Philip Wouvermans)|The Great Horse Fair. In a plain, near a river which meanders through a rich country, are assembled a multitude of figures and horses. This extraordinary production is one of the most surprising of this matchless painter. Nothing can exceed the brilliancy of the colour and the beauty of touch. On panel]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [92]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of a Bed-chamber. A young Dutch lady, dressed in a pink corset and a white petticoat embroidered with gold, is washing her hands, and an attendant is pouring out the water, whilst a young cavalier, in a black dress, is opening the door. This capital composition is distinguished by great freshness of colour and exquisite finishing. On canvas (Gabriel Metzu)|The Interior of a Bed-chamber. A young Dutch lady, dressed in a pink corset and a white petticoat embroidered with gold, is washing her hands, and an attendant is pouring out the water, whilst a young cavalier, in a black dress, is opening the door. This capital composition is distinguished by great freshness of colour and exquisite finishing. On canvas]] réalisée par Gabriel Metzu, vendue par Duke de Berri. [93]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[On the bank of a stream, overshadowed by a tall oak tree, Argus is falling asleep while watching his herd of Cows and Sheep, which Mercury is preparing to take possession of by slaying their guardian. This picture is a chef-d'oeuvre of the highest quality. On canvas (Adrian Van De Velde)|On the bank of a stream, overshadowed by a tall oak tree, Argus is falling asleep while watching his herd of Cows and Sheep, which Mercury is preparing to take possession of by slaying their guardian. This picture is a chef-d'oeuvre of the highest quality. On canvas]] réalisée par Adrian Van De Velde, vendue par Duke de Berri. [96]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A rich Landscape, with a mountainous distance, and a road on the skirts of a wood, on which a party is returning from the chace. The figures are introduced by Adrian Van de Velde. This bijou is of the finest execution of the master. On canvas (J. Wynants, 1661)|A rich Landscape, with a mountainous distance, and a road on the skirts of a wood, on which a party is returning from the chace. The figures are introduced by Adrian Van de Velde. This bijou is of the finest execution of the master. On canvas]] réalisée par J. Wynants, 1661, vendue par Duke de Berri. [97]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Landscape, with a flooded country. On the right peasants are wading, and some in carts and on horseback; the left is occupied by a sandy road, enriched with rustic figures, and a group of trees in the centre. This picture is of the fine time of the master. On canvas (Philip Wouvermans)|A Landscape, with a flooded country. On the right peasants are wading, and some in carts and on horseback; the left is occupied by a sandy road, enriched with rustic figures, and a group of trees in the centre. This picture is of the fine time of the master. On canvas]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri, achetée par Woodburn. [98]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Landscape, with a sandy bank. A road, on which are some travelling peasants, occupies the centre; on the left are two trunks of trees, at the foot of which is some beautiful herbage near a pool of water. The figures in this charming production are by Adrian van de Velde. On canvas (J. Wynants)|A Landscape, with a sandy bank. A road, on which are some travelling peasants, occupies the centre; on the left are two trunks of trees, at the foot of which is some beautiful herbage near a pool of water. The figures in this charming production are by Adrian van de Velde. On canvas]] réalisée par J. Wynants, vendue par Duke de Berri. [99]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A beautiful mountainous Landscape, intersected by a torrent which descends from the rocks, near which is a ruined building; cavaliers and ladies on the bank are watching a stag which huntsmen and hounds are pursuing down a road into the water. This capital picture is of the unusual size of 52 inches high by 76 wide (Philip Wouvermans)|A beautiful mountainous Landscape, intersected by a torrent which descends from the rocks, near which is a ruined building; cavaliers and ladies on the bank are watching a stag which huntsmen and hounds are pursuing down a road into the water. This capital picture is of the unusual size of 52 inches high by 76 wide]] réalisée par Philip Wouvermans, vendue par Duke de Berri. [102]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Young Lady, in a corset of deep blue velvet bordered with ermine, is writing at a table. A servant is leaning over her chair, and bends forward to read what she is writing. A lady is standing before the table, the corsage of her dress is of crimson, and the skirt of white satin. On a stool a spaniel is looking attentively at his mistress. This charming picture is one of the most celebrated of this painter's productions. It is full of grace and delicacy. On canvas (Gerard Terburg)|A Young Lady, in a corset of deep blue velvet bordered with ermine, is writing at a table. A servant is leaning over her chair, and bends forward to read what she is writing. A lady is standing before the table, the corsage of her dress is of crimson, and the skirt of white satin. On a stool a spaniel is looking attentively at his mistress. This charming picture is one of the most celebrated of this painter's productions. It is full of grace and delicacy. On canvas]] réalisée par Gerard Terburg, vendue par Duke de Berri. [104]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of a Dutch Cabaret; a composition of more than 20 figures. The left of the picture is occupied by the principal group of seven figures. Three men and a woman are seated at the table, on which are a ham and various accessories. In the background boors are merrymaking and dancing, and an old man upon a barrel is playing the bagpipes. This picture, known by and engraved under the title of the Dejeuner au Jambon, is a chef-d'oeuvre, uniting all the qualities which place Teniers in the first rank among painters. On copper (D. Teniers)|The Interior of a Dutch Cabaret; a composition of more than 20 figures. The left of the picture is occupied by the principal group of seven figures. Three men and a woman are seated at the table, on which are a ham and various accessories. In the background boors are merrymaking and dancing, and an old man upon a barrel is playing the bagpipes. This picture, known by and engraved under the title of the Dejeuner au Jambon, is a chef-d'oeuvre, uniting all the qualities which place Teniers in the first rank among painters. On copper]] réalisée par D. Teniers, vendue par Duke de Berri. [106]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A View in Italy, with a rocky road overshadowed by fine trees. To the right, in the fore-ground, are several rocks, surmounted by an oak; to the left, a horseman is asking his way of a man who follows him, and is setting off in a galop through a rivulet which crosses the road; a beautiful landscape is in the distance; to the left a mounted peasant and several other figures animate the scene. This picture is a capital production of the united talents of the brothers. On canvas (John Both)|A View in Italy, with a rocky road overshadowed by fine trees. To the right, in the fore-ground, are several rocks, surmounted by an oak; to the left, a horseman is asking his way of a man who follows him, and is setting off in a galop through a rivulet which crosses the road; a beautiful landscape is in the distance; to the left a mounted peasant and several other figures animate the scene. This picture is a capital production of the united talents of the brothers. On canvas]] réalisée par John Both, vendue par Duke de Berri. [111]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A perspective View of the Exterior of Haerlem Cathedral, and a part of the Square. To the left is a little brick building covered with slate, at the door of which, a woman selling fish is surrounded by many purchasers; and other figures passing and repassing, are introduced with great spirit; to the left is a young man leading two greyhounds. On canvas (Gerard Berkheyden)|A perspective View of the Exterior of Haerlem Cathedral, and a part of the Square. To the left is a little brick building covered with slate, at the door of which, a woman selling fish is surrounded by many purchasers; and other figures passing and repassing, are introduced with great spirit; to the left is a young man leading two greyhounds. On canvas]] réalisée par Gerard Berkheyden, vendue par Duke de Berri. [112]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Rustic Landscape. On the left is a road over a high and sandy ground overshadowed by fine trees; at the foot runs a river covered with rushes, over which is a wooden bridge, with a woman and child. A cloudy sky gives effect to the picture. On canvas (J. Ruysdael)|A Rustic Landscape. On the left is a road over a high and sandy ground overshadowed by fine trees; at the foot runs a river covered with rushes, over which is a wooden bridge, with a woman and child. A cloudy sky gives effect to the picture. On canvas]] réalisée par J. Ruysdael, vendue par Duke de Berri. [113]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Sea-Port, near the Ruins of an ancient City. In the fore-ground a cavalier and lady, seated, are resting from the fatigues of the chace; near him lie his hat and carabine; in the centre a young sportsman is dragging a greyhound; an attendant holds a grey horse, which is rearing; in the half-distance soldiers are bargaining for slaves. A richly coloured picture. On canvas (Weenix, the elder (John Baptiste))|A Sea-Port, near the Ruins of an ancient City. In the fore-ground a cavalier and lady, seated, are resting from the fatigues of the chace; near him lie his hat and carabine; in the centre a young sportsman is dragging a greyhound; an attendant holds a grey horse, which is rearing; in the half-distance soldiers are bargaining for slaves. A richly coloured picture. On canvas]] réalisée par Weenix, the elder (John Baptiste), vendue par Duke de Berri. [114]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of Christine, Queen of Sweden. Half-length. Her hair dressed with pearls, and her arms, ornamented with pearl bracelets, are crossed before her; she is in a robe of black satin; the back-ground is formed by a green curtain. On canvas (Sebastian Bourdon)|Portrait of Christine, Queen of Sweden. Half-length. Her hair dressed with pearls, and her arms, ornamented with pearl bracelets, are crossed before her; she is in a robe of black satin; the back-ground is formed by a green curtain. On canvas]] réalisée par Sebastian Bourdon, vendue par Duke de Berri. [117]
  • 1834.04.-/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of the Cathedral at Haerlem. A capital specimen. The choir and the nave are intersected by a wooden screen: to the right is the pulpit; to the right in the fore-ground a figure is digging a grave, round which several persons are conversing; in the centre a workman, seated on the ground, is sculpturing a coat of arms upon a stone, whom a male and female figure are watching attentively: a beggar is at the foot of a column to the left, with an infant by his side. Painted on panel (Blieck)|The Interior of the Cathedral at Haerlem. A capital specimen. The choir and the nave are intersected by a wooden screen: to the right is the pulpit; to the right in the fore-ground a figure is digging a grave, round which several persons are conversing; in the centre a workman, seated on the ground, is sculpturing a coat of arms upon a stone, whom a male and female figure are watching attentively: a beggar is at the foot of a column to the left, with an infant by his side. Painted on panel]] réalisée par Blieck, vendue par Duke de Berri. [118]
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