Salomon van Ruysdael Work Sells for $638,300 But Delivers a 5% Negative Return
3 min read · 05 Dec 2025
An estuary scene with smalschips on a broad reach before a gentle breeze. Image courtesy of Sotheby's
Salomon van Ruysdael, An estuary scene with smalschips on a broad reach before a gentle breeze sold for $638,300 (GBP482,600), more than the low estimate at Sotheby's in London on December 3.
The sale was below the previous auction result by $39,500, realizing a 5% negative return. It last sold at auction in 2012 for $677,800 at Sotheby's.
Oil on oak panel, 36.0 x 32.5cm. The work has been traded 5 times in the past.
Sale Date | Price | Price Increase | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
December 03, 2025 | $638,300 | -6 % | Sotheby's | London |
December 05, 2012 | $677,800 | - | Sotheby's | London |
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