Lot 68
  • 68

Follower of Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • Saint Jerome in his study
  • oil on cradled panel.
  • 25 3/4 by 19 1/8 in.
  • 65.5 by 48.5 cm.

Condition

Cradled panel. The surface is stable and in good condition; fine hairline cracks at lower left have been very well repaired; the varnish in that area is dull, as well as in other scattered areas. Under UV light: the varnish is obscuring most of the inpainting but the hairline crack show some fine retouching and then some other spots on the walls and the pillows can be seen.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.