Hendrik Budde (Dutch, fl. 1725-1731) Two studies of hyacinth

both signed 'H Budde' l.r., watercolour, (2), 43.5 x 27.8 and 44.6 x 30cm; mount together: 66.5 x 81.5cm; unframed, Hendrick Budde was a member of the Haarlem painters' Guild in 1725 and later moved to Friesland. All of his surviving identified works, which are dated between 1727 and 1731, depict ornate and flamboyant hyacinths - a flower that became increasingly popular in the Netherlands and France during the 18th century. Condition Report, Condition Report, Both works are stuck down to the mounts by their top edges. Time staining and foxing are visible to the sheets, with brown speckling present in places. Handling creases and rubbing are evident. The main images remain fresh in colour and in stable condition. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

Estimate:£400

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