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March 2024: Day Two

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1011

Mathias Joseph Alten (German/American, 1871-1938) Oil on Canvas Ca. 1911, "St. Andreas Church, Katwijk, Holland", H 10.75" W 15.25"

Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000

Signed lower right M Alten and Katwijk. Depicting Andreaskerk at Katwijk as viewed from the beach. This work was most likely painted in 1911 when he and his family lived in Scheveningen. We would like to thank Joel Zwart, Curator of Exhibitions and Collections at Grand Valley State University, for confirming the authenticity of this work. The present lot will be recorded in the online catalogue raisonné of Mathis J. Alten's work by James A. Straub. The online catalogue raisonné is available at www.mathiasalten.com. Provenance: Property from the collection of Dr. Leonard Aldrich, Houghton, MI. By descent to his daughter. 

Condition

Perfect. As originally painted. Mounted on board with no damage or restoration. Professionally framed c.1990. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

Property from the collection of Dr. Leonard Aldrich, Houghton, MI. By descent to his daughter.