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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Self-Portrait Drawing at a Window (B., Holl. 22; H. 229; BB. 48-A)
- etching, engraving and drypoint on paper
- Plate: 159 by 130mm; 6¼ by 5 1/8 in
- Sheet: 163 by 135mm; 6 3/8 by 5¼in
Etching with drypoint and engraving, 1648, a superb, early impression of the fourth state (of five), printing with rich burr on the artist's coat, right hand, paper and elsewhere, with contrasts and delicate plate tone, on paper with a Strasbourg Lily watermark
Condition
With margins, in good condition apart from a soft diagonal crease at upper right corner of image, unframed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."