Jan Abrahamsz. Beerstraten (1622-1666)

A Bridge with a classical Arch by a Mediterranean Harbour with Shipping beyond

Details

Jan Abrahamsz. Beerstraten (1622-1666)
A Bridge with a classical Arch by a Mediterranean Harbour with Shipping beyond
signed (?) 'A. van Beerestraaten'
black lead, grey wash
256 x 239 mm.

Provenance

An unidentified collector's mark 'H' (verso).
An unidentified collector's number 'No 20 Fs' (verso).
E. Springmann; Lempertz, Cologne, 17 March 1925, lot 546, pl. 10.

Lot Essay

Beerstraten is mainly known for his topographical views in Holland and those done during his supposed journeys to Norway and Switzerland. Although he often depicted Mediterranean harbours, it is uncertain if he travelled to Italy, and he is assumed to have used sketches by Johannes Lingelbach (c. 1624-1674) as inspiration for his own work.

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