Premier Summer Sale | June 25, 2025
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Lot 98
Henri Diddaert, A Gathering in a Dutch Interior
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Sold for
$2,200
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(Belgian, 1819-1893)
Atmospheric view of a 17th century inn with conversant figures around a table, 1856, signed "H.Diddaert 1856", oil on canvas, 22-1/2 x 27-1/4 in.; modern burl veneer plate frame, 28-5/8 x 33-3/8 x 2-1/4 in.
Provenance: The Cider House Galleries Ltd, Bletchingley, January 1, 1991, sold for $6,000 (facsimile of receipt accompanies this lot); Virginia Private Collection
Note: Henri Diddaert was a Belgian genre and interior painter known for capturing scenes of everyday Flemish life in the 19th century. Born in Antwerp, he studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts under Eugene de Block and won early acclaim for his drawing Hercule et Diomede at age 15. His work, often featuring taverns, musical gatherings, and domestic interiors, was praised for its natural lighting and expressive detail. Diddaert exhibited regularly at major Belgian salons from 1845 to 1866 and later with the Cercle artistique de Bruxelles. He remained a respected figure in the Belgian art scene until his death in 1893.
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The Cider House Galleries Ltd, Bletchingley, January 1, 1991, sold for $6,000 (facsimile of receipt accompanies this lot); Virginia Private Collection
lined, restretched, crackle, retouch, recently cleaned, re-varnished; frame with minor abrasions Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
