Attributed to Willem Dalens (Dutch, c. 1600-1675) or Jan Dalens (Dutch, 1637-1681) Coastline View with Town Skyline and Figures

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Attributed to Willem Dalens (Dutch, c. 1600-1675) or Jan Dalens (Dutch, 1637-1681)

Coastline View with Town Skyline and Figures
Unsigned, attributed to "Dyrks von Utrecht" on a presentation plaque.
Oil on cradled panel, 29 x 43 in. (73.7 x 109.2 cm),framed.
Condition: Retouch along horizontal hairline crack to panel, fine craquelure, surface grime.

N.B. Photographs of this work were reviewed through the RKD, and the works were ascribed by Drs. Laurens Schoemaker to either Willem Dalens or his younger brother Jan. The city itself is thought to be a fantasy devised by the artist, reminiscent of Rotterdam and Dordrecht.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

The craquelure is stable. The work would benefit from cleaning. There are no additional issues to report.


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