Bidspirit auction | AN OIL ON CANVAS BATTLE

AN OIL ON CANVAS BATTLE SCENE, ATTRIBUTED TO JAN VAN DER STOFFE (DUTCH, 1611–1682) - A vigorous and atmospheric depiction of a cavalry battle set before a mountainous landscape, the composition features mounted soldiers in fierce combat, fallen figures in the foreground, and distant troops under a turbulent sky. The artist captures the motion of horses and soldiers with energetic brushwork and a rich palette of ochres, reds, and earthy tones, characteristic of the Leiden school and contemporaries of Jan van der Stogt (van der Stoffe). The work exhibits the painter’s typical balance of narrative drama and painterly atmosphere. Oil on canvas, presented in a 19th-century giltwood frame. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Please note that this lot is located in Europe and will be shipped to the winner from our European warehouse. Dimensions: 33 1/4 x 35 1/4 in., (84.5 x 89.5 cm.) Condition: Good. The canvas has been relined. Two old patches are visible on the verso, with scattered areas of minor paint loss and retouching, particularly near the lower foreground and sky. Surface shows stable craquelure consistent with age. Varnish is slightly uneven. Frame in good condition with minor wear to gilding.