1850/​8500

Julius Petersen (b. Aarhus 1851, d. s.p. 1911)

“Rita” in Aarhus Bay. Signed Julius Petersen. Oil on canvas. 32×39 cm. Arts and Craft frame painted with flowers and foliage plus views from Marselisborg Palace. Stretcher with owners' crowned monogram stamp CA for King Christian and Queen Alexandrine of Denmark.

“Rita” was King Christian X of Denmark sailboat. Among the passengers on the painting are presumably King Christian X and Queen Alexandrine of Denmark.

Provenance: King Christian X and Queen Alexandrine of Denmark; the son Hereditary Knud of Denmark; the daughter Her Highness Princess Elisabeth to Denmark (1935–2018).

Condition

In need of cleaning. Minimal crackles, scratches and peeling. The canvas needs tightening.

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

H.H. Princess Elisabeth to Denmark, 13 December 2018

Category

Paintings

Estimate

8,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

13,500 DKK  

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