Anthonie van Beerstraten, ​A view of Sneek in winter. 1693

A view of Sneek, Friesland, in winter with the Groote or St. Maartenskerk, the Noordpoort beyond, townsfolk on the ice in the foreground, by Anthonie van Beerstraten (Amsterdam 1637 - after 1664 Amsterdam)

A study of the church in pencil and grey wash is in the Foundation Custodia, Paris. See W. Bernt, Die Niederländische Maler und Zeichner des 17. Jahrhunderts, vol. IV, 1979, no. 39 with illustration.

Oil on panel. 60.5 x 83 cm. Signed, inscribed and dated 1693 on object.

Auctions

• Christie's Amsterdam, 25 mei 1985. Lot 188. Estimate 40.000 - 60.000 Dutch guilders Source: Stichting NGA Early Golf, beeldcollectie van Anthonie van Beerstraten