Lot 5
  • 5

After Pieter Bruegel the Elder 1525-1569

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • After Pieter Bruegel the Elder
  • The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins (Bast., Holl. 123; L. 39; O. 86; New Holl. 4)
Engraving attributed to P. Galle, circa 1560-63, a fine impression of the only state, on paper with a Gothic P watermark, cut circa 2mm into title space below, trimmed between platemark and borderline elsewhere, small strip along upper left edge of sheet restored, some light foxing, other minor defects; with The Poor Kitchen; and the Rich Kitchen (Holl. 154, 159; New Holl. 36-37), engravings by P. van der Heyden, 1563, the pair, fairly good impressions of Holl. 154 only state and Holl. 159 first state (of two), on paper with a Deer watermark (cf. Briquet 3324, d. 1571), with margins, a few small plugged holes, some touched-in with black ink, some creases, light paper discoloration and surface dirt

Condition

Holl. 123 minute paper losses at upper right edge of sheet, otherwise as described Holl. 154 occasional foxmarks otherwise as described Holl. 159 as described
"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.
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