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  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Traveller seated on a Bank, with his hat off. and a knapsack lying by his side. This is said to be a portrait of the artist when young; and is an admirable production of the master. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1810. 9 in. by 7 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.79. (F. Mieris)|A Traveller seated on a Bank, with his hat off. and a knapsack lying by his side. This is said to be a portrait of the artist when young; and is an admirable production of the master. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1810. 9 in. by 7 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.79.]] réalisée par F. Mieris, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Fuller au prix de 493.10 £. [1]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of a Room, with a company of twn persons, the most conspicuour of whom is a fine portly woman sitting in the centre, with a child sleeping at the breast; on her right sits a gentleman earing a red cap and feathers, whose attention seems to be much excited by the infant, and heis extending his hand, as if to caress it. These are said to be portraits of the artist and his family. A cradle, with a green velvet covering stands by them; on the opposite side is an old woman mending the fire; and on the farther side of a rail are six persons, one of whom is a jovial fellow giving a toast. A brilliant and very effective production. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1832. 2 ft. by 1 ft. 6 in. :P (about) Smith's Catalogue, No.161. (Jan Steen)|The Interior of a Room, with a company of twn persons, the most conspicuour of whom is a fine portly woman sitting in the centre, with a child sleeping at the breast; on her right sits a gentleman earing a red cap and feathers, whose attention seems to be much excited by the infant, and heis extending his hand, as if to caress it. These are said to be portraits of the artist and his family. A cradle, with a green velvet covering stands by them; on the opposite side is an old woman mending the fire; and on the farther side of a rail are six persons, one of whom is a jovial fellow giving a toast. A brilliant and very effective production. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1832. 2 ft. by 1 ft. 6 in. :P (about) Smith's Catalogue, No.161.]] réalisée par Jan Steen, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par D Cleveland au prix de 151.4 £. [2]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Calm off the Dutch Coast, with a sailing vessel having a cavalier and lady on board, towards which figures are rowing a boat, two fishermen are unloading a fishing boat which is lying on a sandbank in front; other vessels are seen threough a slight haze in the distance. (Van der Capella)|A Calm off the Dutch Coast, with a sailing vessel having a cavalier and lady on board, towards which figures are rowing a boat, two fishermen are unloading a fishing boat which is lying on a sandbank in front; other vessels are seen threough a slight haze in the distance.]] réalisée par Van der Capella, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Emmerson au prix de 325.10 £. [3]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Peasants milking Kine. The rural occupation is represented as passing on the bank of a river, bounded by a high hill of a round and broken form, clothed in part with clumps of trees and bushes. The principal group consists of two men, a number of women, three cows and several sheep; one of the former appears to be playing some trick with his companion, at which a woman milking a cow is laughing. 1 ft. 3 in. by 1 ft. 10 in. P, Smith's Catalogue, No.37. (N. Berghem)|Peasants milking Kine. The rural occupation is represented as passing on the bank of a river, bounded by a high hill of a round and broken form, clothed in part with clumps of trees and bushes. The principal group consists of two men, a number of women, three cows and several sheep; one of the former appears to be playing some trick with his companion, at which a woman milking a cow is laughing. 1 ft. 3 in. by 1 ft. 10 in. P, Smith's Catalogue, No.37.]] réalisée par N. Berghem, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Glendinning Penshurst au prix de 225.15 £. [5]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Cows and Oxen at Pasture. This excellent work of art is chiefly composed of a single hill, bounded on the right by a hedge, represented under the appearance of sunset amidst rainy clouds. A herd of cows and oxen are distributed over a meadow, forming the foreground of the picture; eight of them are lying down, and a ninth of a red colour, stands with her back to the spectator, and the remaining one stands in a reverse position to it. A herdsman and a boy are behind tghe latter animal. 3 ft. 3 in. by 2 ft. 2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.16. (Albert Cuyp)|Cows and Oxen at Pasture. This excellent work of art is chiefly composed of a single hill, bounded on the right by a hedge, represented under the appearance of sunset amidst rainy clouds. A herd of cows and oxen are distributed over a meadow, forming the foreground of the picture; eight of them are lying down, and a ninth of a red colour, stands with her back to the spectator, and the remaining one stands in a reverse position to it. A herdsman and a boy are behind tghe latter animal. 3 ft. 3 in. by 2 ft. 2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.16.]] réalisée par Albert Cuyp, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Fletcher au prix de 409.10 £. [6]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Musical Muleteer. A view in Italy, represented under the effect of a fine summer's day. On the right is a chain of rocky hills, which recede into the distance; their sides and summits are abundantly clothed with bushes, and a clump of trees conceals in part the hill nearest to the spectator. Upon a winding road are a muleteer seated sideways on his beast, playing on a guitar, and a herdsman approaching with two oxen. Considerably beyond these, at the turn of the road, is a man on a mule, driving before him another mule. The left exhibits more open country, watered by a river, on the bank of which are two men angling. From the collections of M. Danser Wyman sic, 1797; and -- Crawford, Esq., 1806. 1 ft. 6 1/2 in. by 2 ft. 2 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.20. (J. Both)|The Musical Muleteer. A view in Italy, represented under the effect of a fine summer's day. On the right is a chain of rocky hills, which recede into the distance; their sides and summits are abundantly clothed with bushes, and a clump of trees conceals in part the hill nearest to the spectator. Upon a winding road are a muleteer seated sideways on his beast, playing on a guitar, and a herdsman approaching with two oxen. Considerably beyond these, at the turn of the road, is a man on a mule, driving before him another mule. The left exhibits more open country, watered by a river, on the bank of which are two men angling. From the collections of M. Danser Wyman sic, 1797; and -- Crawford, Esq., 1806. 1 ft. 6 1/2 in. by 2 ft. 2 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.20.]] réalisée par J. Both, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Evans au prix de 288.15 £. [7]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Company of Villagers in a Room. Among a group in front is seated a young woman, whose face is seen profile view, and her attention drected to an elderly man, who is politely paying his respects to her, taking off his hat and apparently inviting her to be his partner in a dance. From the collection of Lord Charles Townshend, 182. 1 ft. 2 in. by 10 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.131. (Jan Steen)|A Company of Villagers in a Room. Among a group in front is seated a young woman, whose face is seen profile view, and her attention drected to an elderly man, who is politely paying his respects to her, taking off his hat and apparently inviting her to be his partner in a dance. From the collection of Lord Charles Townshend, 182. 1 ft. 2 in. by 10 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.131.]] réalisée par Jan Steen, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Tiffin au prix de 178.10 £. [8]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Meadow, in which are three cows and two goats; one of the former, marked with grey and white patches, is rubbing is head against the trunk of a tree; the other two cows, one of which is of a red, and the other of a dun colour, are lying down on the left, ruminating; one of them has its head over the other's back. Nearer the front is a white goat; the remaining animal is on the right. 1 ft. 1 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 5 1/2 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.48. (A. van de Velde)|A Meadow, in which are three cows and two goats; one of the former, marked with grey and white patches, is rubbing is head against the trunk of a tree; the other two cows, one of which is of a red, and the other of a dun colour, are lying down on the left, ruminating; one of them has its head over the other's back. Nearer the front is a white goat; the remaining animal is on the right. 1 ft. 1 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 5 1/2 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.48.]] réalisée par A. van de Velde, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W.W. au prix de 220.10 £. [9]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Lady singing. The subject is composed of a young lady and gentleman, the former attired in a blue jacket bordered with ermine, and a white satin petticoat, is seated on the right, seen in a front view, playing on a theorbe, and accompanying the air with her voice.; her eyes at the ssame time are directed to the cavalier who sits on a table listening to the music; upon the table, which is covered with a Turkey carpet, are a music book and a watch. From the collections of M. Lormier, 1763; M. Marigny, 1781; and M. de Calonne, 1788. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1832. 1 ft. 4 in. by 1 ft. 2 in. P (about). Smith's Catalogue, No.25. (G. Terburg)|A Lady singing. The subject is composed of a young lady and gentleman, the former attired in a blue jacket bordered with ermine, and a white satin petticoat, is seated on the right, seen in a front view, playing on a theorbe, and accompanying the air with her voice.; her eyes at the ssame time are directed to the cavalier who sits on a table listening to the music; upon the table, which is covered with a Turkey carpet, are a music book and a watch. From the collections of M. Lormier, 1763; M. Marigny, 1781; and M. de Calonne, 1788. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1832. 1 ft. 4 in. by 1 ft. 2 in. P (about). Smith's Catalogue, No.25.]] réalisée par G. Terburg, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W.W. au prix de 231.0 £. [10]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A View in the back Court of a House, having an open door at the end of it, with an ascent of two steps to enter a garden. Near the centre of the court is seated a gentleman, about to enjoy his tankard and pipe, with which a woman standing before him has provided him, and whom he has invited to take a glass, and which she is in the act of drinking; at the same time a child is crossing the court with a pot of embers in her hand. This excellent picture was painted in the artist's best time, and possesses in an eminent degree the interesting charm of deception, for which his best works are so much esteemed. 2 ft. 4 in. by 1 ft. 11 in. C. Smith's Catalogue No.30 (Peter de Hooghe)|A View in the back Court of a House, having an open door at the end of it, with an ascent of two steps to enter a garden. Near the centre of the court is seated a gentleman, about to enjoy his tankard and pipe, with which a woman standing before him has provided him, and whom he has invited to take a glass, and which she is in the act of drinking; at the same time a child is crossing the court with a pot of embers in her hand. This excellent picture was painted in the artist's best time, and possesses in an eminent degree the interesting charm of deception, for which his best works are so much esteemed. 2 ft. 4 in. by 1 ft. 11 in. C. Smith's Catalogue No.30]] réalisée par Peter de Hooghe, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Farrer au prix de 541.15 £. [11]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Ford. A Landscape, exhibiing a barren scene, with a mass of rocks on the right, clothed with bushy trees; a shallow stream flows across the front ground, through which a female, wearing a scarlet skirt, is about to pass, followed by a man on a laden ass, who is preceded by a yellow cow; two goats, a dog, and three cows, are in advance of the woman, in the water; a bright clear day pervades the scene. From the collection of M. Braamcamp, 1771; and Lord Gwydyr, 1829. 1 ft. 2 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 7 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.34. (N. Berghem)|The Ford. A Landscape, exhibiing a barren scene, with a mass of rocks on the right, clothed with bushy trees; a shallow stream flows across the front ground, through which a female, wearing a scarlet skirt, is about to pass, followed by a man on a laden ass, who is preceded by a yellow cow; two goats, a dog, and three cows, are in advance of the woman, in the water; a bright clear day pervades the scene. From the collection of M. Braamcamp, 1771; and Lord Gwydyr, 1829. 1 ft. 2 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 7 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.34.]] réalisée par N. Berghem, vendue par William Wells, Esq. au prix de 262.10 £. [12]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Landscape, with a cotrtage among a noble group of oaks, before which are two peasants reposing, and a woman at the cottage door; a corn field with a barn beyond, and a group of guelder rose and other shrubs, with a broken wheel in the foreground. (Ruysdael)|A Landscape, with a cotrtage among a noble group of oaks, before which are two peasants reposing, and a woman at the cottage door; a corn field with a barn beyond, and a group of guelder rose and other shrubs, with a broken wheel in the foreground.]] réalisée par Ruysdael, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Glendinning Penshurst au prix de 273.0 £. [13]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Cattle on the banks of a Pond. The compositon consists of five cows, two of whichk, of a bright red hue, are lying down, and the others are standing in the water. The herdsman, accompanied by a girl, stands near some rocks at the side, with a long stick on his shoulder. Upon an eminence. on the opposite side, are a shepherd standing, and a woman seated; and a few sheep browse around them. A fine evening. 1 ft. 4 in. by 2 ft. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.17. (A. Cuyp)|Cattle on the banks of a Pond. The compositon consists of five cows, two of whichk, of a bright red hue, are lying down, and the others are standing in the water. The herdsman, accompanied by a girl, stands near some rocks at the side, with a long stick on his shoulder. Upon an eminence. on the opposite side, are a shepherd standing, and a woman seated; and a few sheep browse around them. A fine evening. 1 ft. 4 in. by 2 ft. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.17.]] réalisée par A. Cuyp, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Nieuwenhuys au prix de 236.5 £. [14]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[View of a little Country Inn, at which a gentleman has just arrived and dismounted from a grey cob horse; his back is turned towards the spectator, and he appears to be giving his orders to a man who stands before him, with a cane in his hand; a trough with hay in it is placed before the horse; the hostess is at the door, taking up a child which has clung to her knees, as if frightened, and a peasant sits on the other side of the door, filling his pipe. At the end of the house, and leading to an adjoining cottage, is a flight of stone stairs, with two children at the foot, and a woman sitting down spinning, and a man standing by her side at the top of them. A pig, a dog, and some fowls are near some rude buildings, or sheds, on the opposite side; in front is a basket, lying on its side. The steeple of a church rises above the second cottage, and some trees are standing at the end of the buildings. Signed and dated 1649. From the collections of Prince Galitschin, Paris, 1825; and Joseph Banchard sic, Esq., 1826. 30 in. by 24 in. Canvas. Smith's Catalogue, No.56. (J. van Ostade)|View of a little Country Inn, at which a gentleman has just arrived and dismounted from a grey cob horse; his back is turned towards the spectator, and he appears to be giving his orders to a man who stands before him, with a cane in his hand; a trough with hay in it is placed before the horse; the hostess is at the door, taking up a child which has clung to her knees, as if frightened, and a peasant sits on the other side of the door, filling his pipe. At the end of the house, and leading to an adjoining cottage, is a flight of stone stairs, with two children at the foot, and a woman sitting down spinning, and a man standing by her side at the top of them. A pig, a dog, and some fowls are near some rude buildings, or sheds, on the opposite side; in front is a basket, lying on its side. The steeple of a church rises above the second cottage, and some trees are standing at the end of the buildings. Signed and dated 1649. From the collections of Prince Galitschin, Paris, 1825; and Joseph Banchard sic, Esq., 1826. 30 in. by 24 in. Canvas. Smith's Catalogue, No.56.]] réalisée par J. van Ostade, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Farrer au prix de 1050,0 £. [15]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Oxen and Sheep at Pasture, and the cow herd reposing. The scene is distinguished by a large elm tree on the right, at the foot of which are four sheep; two of them are lying down, and a third is rubbing itself against a tree; an ox of a dark colour stands by, and the cow boy is reposing on the ground near it. More towards the front is a second ox, of a bright red hue, lying down, and a third is seen some distance off feeding. A rustic hovel occupies some rising ground on the right. -- Evening. This is an exquisitely wrought production. 1 ft. 1 1/4 in. by 1 ft. 4 1/4 in. Canvas, Smith's Catalogue No.12, (A. van de Velde)|Oxen and Sheep at Pasture, and the cow herd reposing. The scene is distinguished by a large elm tree on the right, at the foot of which are four sheep; two of them are lying down, and a third is rubbing itself against a tree; an ox of a dark colour stands by, and the cow boy is reposing on the ground near it. More towards the front is a second ox, of a bright red hue, lying down, and a third is seen some distance off feeding. A rustic hovel occupies some rising ground on the right. -- Evening. This is an exquisitely wrought production. 1 ft. 1 1/4 in. by 1 ft. 4 1/4 in. Canvas, Smith's Catalogue No.12,]] réalisée par A. van de Velde, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W W au prix de 220.10 £. [16]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Sea View, represented under the appearance of a breeze, and approaching rain. The nearest object to the spectator is a small boat with five men in it, beyond which is a lugger carrying three square sails, and still more remote is a fishing boat under main sail and jib; two ships of war are on the opposite side, and others are seen in the distance. This is an admirable example of the master. 1 ft. 4 in. by 1 ft. 3 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.76. (W. van de Velde)|A Sea View, represented under the appearance of a breeze, and approaching rain. The nearest object to the spectator is a small boat with five men in it, beyond which is a lugger carrying three square sails, and still more remote is a fishing boat under main sail and jib; two ships of war are on the opposite side, and others are seen in the distance. This is an admirable example of the master. 1 ft. 4 in. by 1 ft. 3 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.76.]] réalisée par W. van de Velde, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W W au prix de 241.10 £. [17]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of the Wife of De Vos when about thirty years of age, of a fair complexion and dark hair; she is habited in black figured silk and a beautiful lace tippet; one hand rests on the arm of the chair, in which she is seated; the other is placed on her lap. This is one of the artist's matured productions, painted at a period when fame alone was the object of his pursuit. From the collections of Henry Hope, Esq., 1816; and G. Watson Taylor, Esq., 1823. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1822. 4 ft. 2 in. by 3 ft. 4 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.356. (Van Dyck)|Portrait of the Wife of De Vos when about thirty years of age, of a fair complexion and dark hair; she is habited in black figured silk and a beautiful lace tippet; one hand rests on the arm of the chair, in which she is seated; the other is placed on her lap. This is one of the artist's matured productions, painted at a period when fame alone was the object of his pursuit. From the collections of Henry Hope, Esq., 1816; and G. Watson Taylor, Esq., 1823. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1822. 4 ft. 2 in. by 3 ft. 4 in. Smith's Catalogue, No.356.]] réalisée par Van Dyck, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Robertson au prix de 787.10 £. [18]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[An Italian Landscape, with a woman and a boy standing in a pool of water, with a laden donkey, an ox, and a dog: a white ox and two sheep are lying near a fence of reeds; a convent on the side of a hill in the distance; and two trees in front are illumined by a brilliant afternoon sun. (K. Du Jardin)|An Italian Landscape, with a woman and a boy standing in a pool of water, with a laden donkey, an ox, and a dog: a white ox and two sheep are lying near a fence of reeds; a convent on the side of a hill in the distance; and two trees in front are illumined by a brilliant afternoon sun.]] réalisée par K. Du Jardin, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Faulkner au prix de 388.10 £. [19]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of a rustic Cottage; with a party of four boors disposed round a table, at cards, the nearest of whom to thespectator wears a sheepskin jacket; another of the company appears to be talking to a woman who stands on the farther side of the table, and a third is seated on a triangular stool; three other figures are seen in the back of the room. A dog lying in front, and a great variety of objects distributed about the place, complete the picturesque effect of this admirable picture. Signed and dated 1655. From the collection of M. Montribloud, 1784. 19 in. by 16 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.83. (A. van Ostade)|The Interior of a rustic Cottage; with a party of four boors disposed round a table, at cards, the nearest of whom to thespectator wears a sheepskin jacket; another of the company appears to be talking to a woman who stands on the farther side of the table, and a third is seated on a triangular stool; three other figures are seen in the back of the room. A dog lying in front, and a great variety of objects distributed about the place, complete the picturesque effect of this admirable picture. Signed and dated 1655. From the collection of M. Montribloud, 1784. 19 in. by 16 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.83.]] réalisée par A. van Ostade, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par D Cleveland au prix de 204.15 £. [20]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Landscape, representing a richly wooded country, with a pond in front, overgrown with flags and other weeds. A clump of two trees, of rich and simple foliage, and the trunk of a decayed oak, stand on the rugged bank of the water; beyond these the eye looks into a deep forest, through which is perceived the distant glimmering of sunshine. On the opposite side, or left of the picture, is a winding road, , on which is a man and a boy standing in conversation with a woman, who is seated at its side; two other persons smay be observed in the wood. A clear and beautiful sky lends an additional charm to the scene. From the collection of Mrs. Gordon, 1808. 2 ft. by 2 ft. 8 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.17. (Hobbema)|Landscape, representing a richly wooded country, with a pond in front, overgrown with flags and other weeds. A clump of two trees, of rich and simple foliage, and the trunk of a decayed oak, stand on the rugged bank of the water; beyond these the eye looks into a deep forest, through which is perceived the distant glimmering of sunshine. On the opposite side, or left of the picture, is a winding road, , on which is a man and a boy standing in conversation with a woman, who is seated at its side; two other persons smay be observed in the wood. A clear and beautiful sky lends an additional charm to the scene. From the collection of Mrs. Gordon, 1808. 2 ft. by 2 ft. 8 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.17.]] réalisée par Hobbema, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Capron au prix de 341.5 £. [21]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Halt of Cavalry; an encampment in a hilly landscape, viewed under the aspect of sold cloudy weather. In the foreground are a party of military who have dismounted from their horses, two of which stand in the centre of the front; the nearest, a fine grey (seen in a side view) has a velvet saddle on his back, with pistols in the holsters, the rider of which stands on its farther side: the other horse is of a brown colour: to the left of these are three soldiers round a fire, two of whom are seated, the other stands with his back towards it. In the opposite side is a poor cripple begging; and a little retired from the front, are a woman with a child in her arms, on horseback, preceded by a man, also mounted; these are receding from the spectator; beyond them are a soldier, with a pack at his back, and a baggage waggon ascending a hill, on the summit of which, and about the centre of the view, are two tents. Engraved by Le Bas. This is an excellent picture. 14 in. by 17 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.380. (P. Wouvermans)|Halt of Cavalry; an encampment in a hilly landscape, viewed under the aspect of sold cloudy weather. In the foreground are a party of military who have dismounted from their horses, two of which stand in the centre of the front; the nearest, a fine grey (seen in a side view) has a velvet saddle on his back, with pistols in the holsters, the rider of which stands on its farther side: the other horse is of a brown colour: to the left of these are three soldiers round a fire, two of whom are seated, the other stands with his back towards it. In the opposite side is a poor cripple begging; and a little retired from the front, are a woman with a child in her arms, on horseback, preceded by a man, also mounted; these are receding from the spectator; beyond them are a soldier, with a pack at his back, and a baggage waggon ascending a hill, on the summit of which, and about the centre of the view, are two tents. Engraved by Le Bas. This is an excellent picture. 14 in. by 17 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.380.]] réalisée par P. Wouvermans, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Brown au prix de 399.0 £. [22]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Halt of Cavalry. A half of four horse soldiers near some tents on the left, the nearest of whom has dismounted from a grey horse and is holding the bridle, whilst a man lifts up one of its fore feet ready for the smith, who is preparing a shoe on the anvil, at the side of which lies a dog asleep; behind the smith are a woman with a child: another woman stands at the side of a horse whilst its rider drinks: one of the soldiers, on a prancing dark horse, is looking towards a trumpeter blowing his instrument: on the opposite side and a little distance from the front, is a blind man, led by a boy with a dog; and in the distance are seen a river and some tents. Engraved by Beaumont. 12 in. by 17 1/4 in. Smih's Catalogue, No.381. (P. Wouvermans)|Halt of Cavalry. A half of four horse soldiers near some tents on the left, the nearest of whom has dismounted from a grey horse and is holding the bridle, whilst a man lifts up one of its fore feet ready for the smith, who is preparing a shoe on the anvil, at the side of which lies a dog asleep; behind the smith are a woman with a child: another woman stands at the side of a horse whilst its rider drinks: one of the soldiers, on a prancing dark horse, is looking towards a trumpeter blowing his instrument: on the opposite side and a little distance from the front, is a blind man, led by a boy with a dog; and in the distance are seen a river and some tents. Engraved by Beaumont. 12 in. by 17 1/4 in. Smih's Catalogue, No.381.]] réalisée par P. Wouvermans, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Tiffin au prix de 346.10 £. [23]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Interior of a Cabaret, with e partition on the right forming an angle in the room; in the front of this is a party of five persons grouped round a little table; two of them are playing at cards, the others are enjoying their pipes and looking on. One of the players, sitting nearest the spectator, appears to be the curate of the village, being dressed in black with a white pendant collar; his adversary, an old man, is seated on the opposite side of the table, with the cards in his hand and the jug on the ground by his side. The company are overlooked by an old woman from a little window above. In the opposite side of the room are various culinary objects, and a dog lying asleep; beyond these is a woman frying cakes, and two persons observing her; at the end of the apartment is a man going out at a side door. This is a picture of the first quality, both in composition and colour. From the collection of Sir L. Dundas, Bart., 1794; and Edwd. Coxe, Esq,m 1807. 1 ft. 6 in. by 2 ft. 1 1/2 in. P, Smith's Catakigyem Bi,353. (D. Teniers)|The Interior of a Cabaret, with e partition on the right forming an angle in the room; in the front of this is a party of five persons grouped round a little table; two of them are playing at cards, the others are enjoying their pipes and looking on. One of the players, sitting nearest the spectator, appears to be the curate of the village, being dressed in black with a white pendant collar; his adversary, an old man, is seated on the opposite side of the table, with the cards in his hand and the jug on the ground by his side. The company are overlooked by an old woman from a little window above. In the opposite side of the room are various culinary objects, and a dog lying asleep; beyond these is a woman frying cakes, and two persons observing her; at the end of the apartment is a man going out at a side door. This is a picture of the first quality, both in composition and colour. From the collection of Sir L. Dundas, Bart., 1794; and Edwd. Coxe, Esq,m 1807. 1 ft. 6 in. by 2 ft. 1 1/2 in. P, Smith's Catakigyem Bi,353.]] réalisée par D. Teniers, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Tiffin au prix de 346.10 £. [24]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Musical Shepherdess. This beautiful pastoral scene represents a bold rocky country, under the appearance of the close of day. The rustics have ended their labours, and are recreating with music and dancing. A group, composed of two peasants and a like number of women, occupies the foreground; one of the latter, attired in a blue mantle, is gaily striking a tambourine and dancing to the music; her companion, in a yellow dress, sits near her; the shepherds also are seated, and one of them appears to have just ceased playing a pipe which he holds. The goats are browsing near them. Painted in the artist's most fascinating style. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1839. 1 ft. 2 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 4 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.57 (N. Berghem)|The Musical Shepherdess. This beautiful pastoral scene represents a bold rocky country, under the appearance of the close of day. The rustics have ended their labours, and are recreating with music and dancing. A group, composed of two peasants and a like number of women, occupies the foreground; one of the latter, attired in a blue mantle, is gaily striking a tambourine and dancing to the music; her companion, in a yellow dress, sits near her; the shepherds also are seated, and one of them appears to have just ceased playing a pipe which he holds. The goats are browsing near them. Painted in the artist's most fascinating style. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1839. 1 ft. 2 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 4 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.57]] réalisée par N. Berghem, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Ld Hertford au prix de 357.0 £. [25]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Lady, elegantly dressed in a green silk corset, bordered with fur, seated playing on a Virginal, which is placed on a table covered with a Persian carpet; some music books lie on the table, and a violoncello stands against it in front. The lady is represented sitting at a window, the curtain of which is drawn ujp on one side. A company of three persons and a servant waiting on them, are seen in the back of the room. Descamps mentions this picture, which was then in the collection of the Maréchal d'Issenhaim, 1754. From the collections of Count du Bary, 1774: Prince de Conti, 1777, Gildermeester, 1800; and N. Desenfans, Esq., 1801. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1821. 15 1/2 in. by 12 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.45. (Gerard Dow)|A Lady, elegantly dressed in a green silk corset, bordered with fur, seated playing on a Virginal, which is placed on a table covered with a Persian carpet; some music books lie on the table, and a violoncello stands against it in front. The lady is represented sitting at a window, the curtain of which is drawn ujp on one side. A company of three persons and a servant waiting on them, are seen in the back of the room. Descamps mentions this picture, which was then in the collection of the Maréchal d'Issenhaim, 1754. From the collections of Count du Bary, 1774: Prince de Conti, 1777, Gildermeester, 1800; and N. Desenfans, Esq., 1801. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1821. 15 1/2 in. by 12 1/2 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.45.]] réalisée par Gerard Dow, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W W au prix de 357.0 £. [26]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Portrait of the Baroness de Vicq, of Virg, of fair complexion and light hair, seen in a front view. The neck is adorned with a full broad ruff with a sereated edge; she has on a black silk, with slashed sleeves; a rich cross, composed of jewels, adorns the front of her bosom, and a chain falls below it. An elegant portrait of great purity and brilliancy of colour. From the collection of the Right Hon. Lady Stuart. 2 ft. 5 in. by 1 ft. 9 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.285 sic (Rubens)|Portrait of the Baroness de Vicq, of Virg, of fair complexion and light hair, seen in a front view. The neck is adorned with a full broad ruff with a sereated edge; she has on a black silk, with slashed sleeves; a rich cross, composed of jewels, adorns the front of her bosom, and a chain falls below it. An elegant portrait of great purity and brilliancy of colour. From the collection of the Right Hon. Lady Stuart. 2 ft. 5 in. by 1 ft. 9 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.285 sic]] réalisée par Rubens, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Bailey au prix de 215.5 £. [27]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[Mercury lulling Argus to sleep with the Music of his Pipe. The subject is introduced in the foreground of an open and finely undulated country, distinguished by the remains of a temple of the Doric order, composed of several columns, and situate among trees on the right; in front of this are seen the wily god, bending on one knee, playing on his pipe, and Argus lyiing on the ground before him, listening to the somnific and dulci sounds. Io and tqo goats are reposing near them, and other cattle are in the adjacent meadow. On the left stands a beautiful chestnut tree; beyond which the view extends over a hill to a river bounded by mountains. The appearance of a fine clear morning gives additional charm to the scene. Painted for M. Bafont. Etched, with variations, by Claude, and engraved, No.1 in the Choiseul Gallery. 1 ft. 10 in. by 2 ft. 2 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.150. (Claude Lorraine)|Mercury lulling Argus to sleep with the Music of his Pipe. The subject is introduced in the foreground of an open and finely undulated country, distinguished by the remains of a temple of the Doric order, composed of several columns, and situate among trees on the right; in front of this are seen the wily god, bending on one knee, playing on his pipe, and Argus lyiing on the ground before him, listening to the somnific and dulci sounds. Io and tqo goats are reposing near them, and other cattle are in the adjacent meadow. On the left stands a beautiful chestnut tree; beyond which the view extends over a hill to a river bounded by mountains. The appearance of a fine clear morning gives additional charm to the scene. Painted for M. Bafont. Etched, with variations, by Claude, and engraved, No.1 in the Choiseul Gallery. 1 ft. 10 in. by 2 ft. 2 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.150.]] réalisée par Claude Lorraine, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Walker au prix de 346.10 £. [28]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Country Fair. This pleasing scene exhibits a perspective view of the street of a Dutch village, with detached cottages on each side, the nearest of which to the spectator stands to the right, with a company of peasants in front of it smoking and drinking; among them may be observed a boer in a pink jacket, sitting on a form, and another standing behind him, with his foot on the seat, smoking his pipe; their attention is directed to an old man at their left, playing a hurdy-gurdy, accompanied by a boy on a fiddle: on the right of the two peasants is a jovial fellow, seated in an arm chair; a woman leading a child is at the door of the house, and a peasant is at its side, near whom is a boy amusing himself with a dog. On the opposite side of the picture, the eye looks up the street to the booths of the fair, around which are assembled groups of figures. This capital picture possesses, in a high degree, the rich harmonious tones of colour, and truth of gradation, which distinguish his best works. From the collection of Lord Rendlesham, 1806. 17 1/2 in. by 24 in. Smith's Catakigue, No.139. (A. Van Ostade)|A Country Fair. This pleasing scene exhibits a perspective view of the street of a Dutch village, with detached cottages on each side, the nearest of which to the spectator stands to the right, with a company of peasants in front of it smoking and drinking; among them may be observed a boer in a pink jacket, sitting on a form, and another standing behind him, with his foot on the seat, smoking his pipe; their attention is directed to an old man at their left, playing a hurdy-gurdy, accompanied by a boy on a fiddle: on the right of the two peasants is a jovial fellow, seated in an arm chair; a woman leading a child is at the door of the house, and a peasant is at its side, near whom is a boy amusing himself with a dog. On the opposite side of the picture, the eye looks up the street to the booths of the fair, around which are assembled groups of figures. This capital picture possesses, in a high degree, the rich harmonious tones of colour, and truth of gradation, which distinguish his best works. From the collection of Lord Rendlesham, 1806. 17 1/2 in. by 24 in. Smith's Catakigue, No.139.]] réalisée par A. Van Ostade, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Phillips au prix de 325.10 £. [29]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Rocky Glen, with a cavalier standing by the side of a white horse, which is drinking at a clear stream; a dog barking at a goat, is splashing in the water two sheep feeding at the side; and an attendant in a red dress is coupling two dogs together; a lofty mountain in the background. Dated 1660. 18 in. by 14 in. (K. Du Jardin)|A Rocky Glen, with a cavalier standing by the side of a white horse, which is drinking at a clear stream; a dog barking at a goat, is splashing in the water two sheep feeding at the side; and an attendant in a red dress is coupling two dogs together; a lofty mountain in the background. Dated 1660. 18 in. by 14 in.]] réalisée par K. Du Jardin, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Nieuwenhuys au prix de 672.0 £. [30]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Artist's Mother, when about eighty-three years of age, having a portly and strongly featured couuntenance, seen in nearly a front view. She has on a white cap of the ancient Dutch form, a dark gown, and a large white ruff. This well coloured and vigourous work of art is signed, and dated 1634. Engraved in mezzotinto by J. Stolker, and in line by J. de Frey. From the collection of the Chevalier Erard, 1832; and the same proprietor, 1833. 2 ft. 2 in. by 1 ft. 10 in. P--oval. Smith's Catalogue, No.490. (Rembrandt)|The Artist's Mother, when about eighty-three years of age, having a portly and strongly featured couuntenance, seen in nearly a front view. She has on a white cap of the ancient Dutch form, a dark gown, and a large white ruff. This well coloured and vigourous work of art is signed, and dated 1634. Engraved in mezzotinto by J. Stolker, and in line by J. de Frey. From the collection of the Chevalier Erard, 1832; and the same proprietor, 1833. 2 ft. 2 in. by 1 ft. 10 in. P--oval. Smith's Catalogue, No.490.]] réalisée par Rembrandt, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Eastlake au prix de 352.0 £. [31]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A View in Westphalia, representing a richly wooded country, distinguished in its composition, on the left, by the ruins of a house, beyond which is a large clump of trees on a high bank, surrounded in part by a stream of water, which is crossed by a rustic bridge: a little way from this stands a cottage among trees, and on the same side is seen the spire of the adjacent hamlet rising above the trees. The oppisite side is rendered by a pond, fringed with flags and other weeds. The figures which animate the scene, consist of a man angling, another crossing the bridge, and a man and woman in conversation. 2 ft. by 2 ft. 9 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.18. (Hobbema)|A View in Westphalia, representing a richly wooded country, distinguished in its composition, on the left, by the ruins of a house, beyond which is a large clump of trees on a high bank, surrounded in part by a stream of water, which is crossed by a rustic bridge: a little way from this stands a cottage among trees, and on the same side is seen the spire of the adjacent hamlet rising above the trees. The oppisite side is rendered by a pond, fringed with flags and other weeds. The figures which animate the scene, consist of a man angling, another crossing the bridge, and a man and woman in conversation. 2 ft. by 2 ft. 9 in. P. Smith's Catalogue, No.18.]] réalisée par Hobbema, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W W au prix de 640.10 £. [32]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The Fainting Lady: a lady dressed in a scarlet jacket trimmed with ermine, and a white satin petticoat, sitting in an arm chair in the middle of a room, apparently overcome by languor or sleep; at the same time her maid, who is seen farther within the apartment, is warming a bed for her mistress. A fine cat, most exquisitely painted, and a silver utensil, are on the foreground. This is a perfect gem in art, of superlative excellence and beauty. From the collection of M. Hemskirk, Hague, 1770; M.S. Van Alpen, 1810; M. Creme, Rotterdam, 1816; and M. Schimmelpenninck, 1819. 1 ft. 3 in. by 1 ft. 1 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.6. (G. Metzu)|The Fainting Lady: a lady dressed in a scarlet jacket trimmed with ermine, and a white satin petticoat, sitting in an arm chair in the middle of a room, apparently overcome by languor or sleep; at the same time her maid, who is seen farther within the apartment, is warming a bed for her mistress. A fine cat, most exquisitely painted, and a silver utensil, are on the foreground. This is a perfect gem in art, of superlative excellence and beauty. From the collection of M. Hemskirk, Hague, 1770; M.S. Van Alpen, 1810; M. Creme, Rotterdam, 1816; and M. Schimmelpenninck, 1819. 1 ft. 3 in. by 1 ft. 1 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.6.]] réalisée par G. Metzu, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par D. Cleveland au prix de 315.0 £. [33]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A View on the Coast of Scheveling, under the effect of a light breeze, and a rippling sea. On the left is seen a Dutch lighterman, with her mainsail reefed to the mast; a small boat at her stern, and another on her starboard with five men in it; beyond her are a number of vessels receding in succession into the distance. The opposite side is distinguihed by a line of high sand hills, on which are several persons; and close to the margin of the sea is a waggon with four persons in it, drawn by two horses, towards which a man with a package, and a boy, are going. A fishing vessel, and three small boats full of persons, are on the same side, near the shore. This is a clear and highly finished picture. Dated 1659. From the collection of ___ Crawford. Esq., 1806. 1 ft. 7 in. by 2 ft. 1 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.75. (W. van de Velde)|A View on the Coast of Scheveling, under the effect of a light breeze, and a rippling sea. On the left is seen a Dutch lighterman, with her mainsail reefed to the mast; a small boat at her stern, and another on her starboard with five men in it; beyond her are a number of vessels receding in succession into the distance. The opposite side is distinguihed by a line of high sand hills, on which are several persons; and close to the margin of the sea is a waggon with four persons in it, drawn by two horses, towards which a man with a package, and a boy, are going. A fishing vessel, and three small boats full of persons, are on the same side, near the shore. This is a clear and highly finished picture. Dated 1659. From the collection of ___ Crawford. Esq., 1806. 1 ft. 7 in. by 2 ft. 1 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.75.]] réalisée par W. van de Velde, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Seguier au prix de 525.0 £. [34]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Forest Scene; the view exhibits the skirts of a wood, around which flows a wide expanse of water, on whose surface grow luxuriantly the lotus and other exotic weeds. On the right is a withered beech, projected from a rugged bank, and bending over the water; beyond this the eye looks upon rich clusters of oaks and other trees of luxuriant growth and ample foliage; in this part may be observed a shepherd drving two sheep. On the opposite side, the view extends over the lake to some barren hills. A clear and beautiful sky, diversified with masses of light fleecy clouds, offers a fine contrast to the rich and umbrageous foliage of the forest. 3 ft. 9 in. by 4 ft. 8 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.313. (J. Ruysdael)|A Forest Scene; the view exhibits the skirts of a wood, around which flows a wide expanse of water, on whose surface grow luxuriantly the lotus and other exotic weeds. On the right is a withered beech, projected from a rugged bank, and bending over the water; beyond this the eye looks upon rich clusters of oaks and other trees of luxuriant growth and ample foliage; in this part may be observed a shepherd drving two sheep. On the opposite side, the view extends over the lake to some barren hills. A clear and beautiful sky, diversified with masses of light fleecy clouds, offers a fine contrast to the rich and umbrageous foliage of the forest. 3 ft. 9 in. by 4 ft. 8 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.313.]] réalisée par J. Ruysdael, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par W W au prix de 735.0 £. [35]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A handsome Vase of a yellow hue, decorated with a bas-relief of boys containing a rich variety of flowers, among which may be noticed roses of divers colours, pionies, the hyacinth, iris, tulips, hollyhocks, poppies, ranunculuses, auricules, and African marigolds, &c. &c. At the base of the vase lie bunches of purple and green grapes, and peaches mingled with a cluster of roses, some carnations and convolvuluses, and a chaffinch's nest containing five eggs. This capital picture is painted on a light ground, and is a splendid production of art. Signed, and dated 1736 and 1737. 4 ft. 5 in. by 3 ft. C. (arched) Smith's Catalogue, No.20. (J. van Huysum)|A handsome Vase of a yellow hue, decorated with a bas-relief of boys containing a rich variety of flowers, among which may be noticed roses of divers colours, pionies, the hyacinth, iris, tulips, hollyhocks, poppies, ranunculuses, auricules, and African marigolds, &c. &c. At the base of the vase lie bunches of purple and green grapes, and peaches mingled with a cluster of roses, some carnations and convolvuluses, and a chaffinch's nest containing five eggs. This capital picture is painted on a light ground, and is a splendid production of art. Signed, and dated 1736 and 1737. 4 ft. 5 in. by 3 ft. C. (arched) Smith's Catalogue, No.20.]] réalisée par J. van Huysum, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Darby au prix de 420.0 £. [36]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A young Female with light auburn hair, and a blue kerchief round her shoulders, seated with a Basket of Eggs in her Lap, and a couple of young Pigeons in her hand: a cage, in which is seen another pigeon, stands by her side. The figure is seen to the knees. An excellent production. From the collection of ___ Wilkinson, Esq., 1828. 2 ft. 7 in. by 2 ft, 1 in., P (about) Smith's Catalogue, No.75. (Greuze)|A young Female with light auburn hair, and a blue kerchief round her shoulders, seated with a Basket of Eggs in her Lap, and a couple of young Pigeons in her hand: a cage, in which is seen another pigeon, stands by her side. The figure is seen to the knees. An excellent production. From the collection of ___ Wilkinson, Esq., 1828. 2 ft. 7 in. by 2 ft, 1 in., P (about) Smith's Catalogue, No.75.]] réalisée par Greuze, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Hertford au prix de 787.10 £. [37]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[The enchanted Castle. In accordance with the romantic title, this capital picture exhibits a noble edifice composed of ancient and modern architecture, standing on the extreme verge of a rock in the centre, with the sea flowing around its base. The interval between the castle and the spectator presents broken ground overgrown with bushes, among which thrive a few young trees; from here the view extends to the right over rising ground to the distant hills. The composition is further aided by a beautiful clump of trees of various kinds rising from a bank on the left, the tones of whose verdure give effect to the receding landscape. A female (styled in the index to the "Liber Veritatis" Pysche) is seated in a contemplative attitude on the right of the foreground; this figure was probably intended to personify Melancholy, whose moping mood assimilates with the solemn gloom of the twilight which pervades the scene. This highly poetic production was painted in 1664, for the Constable Colonna, and was subsequently in the possession of Mr. Davenant, Dr. Chauncey, and M. D, Calonne. Engraved by Byrne. Again in the collection of Walsh Porter, Esq., 1810. 3 ft. 10 in. by 0 1/2 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.162. (Claude Lorraine)|The enchanted Castle. In accordance with the romantic title, this capital picture exhibits a noble edifice composed of ancient and modern architecture, standing on the extreme verge of a rock in the centre, with the sea flowing around its base. The interval between the castle and the spectator presents broken ground overgrown with bushes, among which thrive a few young trees; from here the view extends to the right over rising ground to the distant hills. The composition is further aided by a beautiful clump of trees of various kinds rising from a bank on the left, the tones of whose verdure give effect to the receding landscape. A female (styled in the index to the "Liber Veritatis" Pysche) is seated in a contemplative attitude on the right of the foreground; this figure was probably intended to personify Melancholy, whose moping mood assimilates with the solemn gloom of the twilight which pervades the scene. This highly poetic production was painted in 1664, for the Constable Colonna, and was subsequently in the possession of Mr. Davenant, Dr. Chauncey, and M. D, Calonne. Engraved by Byrne. Again in the collection of Walsh Porter, Esq., 1810. 3 ft. 10 in. by 0 1/2 in. C. Smith's Catalogue, No.162.]] réalisée par Claude Lorraine, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Farrer au prix de 787.10 £. [38]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A Sea View during a fresh Breeze. On the spectator's left is a pier with a tiled shed on it, under which are two persons; three others stand at the end of it. A row boat with two sailors in it appears to have just quitted the pier, and is approaching the front. At a little distance off, on the opposite side, is a vessel with two masts and sails up, and, carrying a blue flag; beyond which is a ship of war. The low coast, and a few buildings are perceptible in the distance. This is a clear and excellent example of the master. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1832. 1 ft. 1 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 7 in. P. (about) Smith's Catalogue, No.120. (L. Backhuyzen)|A Sea View during a fresh Breeze. On the spectator's left is a pier with a tiled shed on it, under which are two persons; three others stand at the end of it. A row boat with two sailors in it appears to have just quitted the pier, and is approaching the front. At a little distance off, on the opposite side, is a vessel with two masts and sails up, and, carrying a blue flag; beyond which is a ship of war. The low coast, and a few buildings are perceptible in the distance. This is a clear and excellent example of the master. Exhibited in the British Gallery in 1832. 1 ft. 1 1/2 in. by 1 ft. 7 in. P. (about) Smith's Catalogue, No.120.]] réalisée par L. Backhuyzen, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Fuller au prix de 163.16 £. [39]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[A View on the Dutch Coast -- calm, with five fishing boats lying at anchor in shallow water; three figures are occupied with a small boat on a sandbank in front, a man-of-war lying a anchor in the distance; a warm afternoon sun illumines the whole scene. From Lord Vernon's collection. (W. Van de Velde)|A View on the Dutch Coast -- calm, with five fishing boats lying at anchor in shallow water; three figures are occupied with a small boat on a sandbank in front, a man-of-war lying a anchor in the distance; a warm afternoon sun illumines the whole scene. From Lord Vernon's collection.]] réalisée par W. Van de Velde, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Evans au prix de 215.5 £. [40]
  • 1848.05.13/ maison de ventes : Christie's. Vente de l'œuvre décrite comme [[St. Thomas distributing Alms to the Poor; a priest behind him holds his mitre and a cross; a beggar leaning on a staff is looking up with reverence to the Saint, who is placing money in the hand of a half-naked figure seated in the fore-ground; a mother with two children is on the right, about to leave; and three other figures seen in the background. (Murillo)|St. Thomas distributing Alms to the Poor; a priest behind him holds his mitre and a cross; a beggar leaning on a staff is looking up with reverence to the Saint, who is placing money in the hand of a half-naked figure seated in the fore-ground; a mother with two children is on the right, about to leave; and three other figures seen in the background.]] réalisée par Murillo, vendue par William Wells, Esq., achetée par Mawson au prix de 992.10 £. [52]
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