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Lot 14
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Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • Knight, Death and Devil (B. 98; M., Holl. 74)
  • Engraving
  • sheet: 244 by 188mm 9 5/8 by 7 3/8 in
Engraving, 1513, a fairly good impression, printing clearly, framed

Provenance

An unidentified collector's mark (possibly Barra Blaisot or Le Blaisot, L. 263)

Condition

Remargined with associated skilful repairs at the edges with touches of pen and ink, a diagonal line of repair across the upper right and lower area, two horizontal folds (at centre and lower sheet, mainly visible verso) and a central vertical fold partially broken through with associated repairs, other minor repairs and defects mainly towards the sheet edges, backed, framed.
"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."