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C. A. Lorentzen, after 19th century

“Den rædsomste Nat i Kiøbenhavn mellem den 4de og 3de September 1807”. Signed E. Bruhn. Pencil and gouache on paper. Visible size 31×40 cm.

The date on the painting is wrong, since the bombardement happened between September 4th and 5th.

The original painting by C. A. Lorentzen bears the title “The Most Terrible Night. View of Kongens Nytorv in Copenhagen During the English Bombardement of Copenhagen” is located in the collection of the Danish National Gallery KMS3468.

Condition

Examined in frame. Damp discolourations. Discolourations. Few minor holes through paper.

Additional Remarks

Please note: The item is subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Act. In the event of a hammer price of DKK 50,000 or more, including buyer’s premium, the buyer must submit a copy of a valid photo ID and proof of address in order to collect the item.

Auction

Paintings, furniture and varia, 13 April 2020

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Estimate

3,000 DKK

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Price realised

1,600 DKK  

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