Lot 64
  • 64

Willem Romeyn

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Willem Romeyn
  • shepherds tending a herd of sheep and cattle
  • Grey wash over black chalk, within black ink framing lines;
    signed in grey ink, lower centre: W ROMEYN

     

Provenance

Frederik Carel Theodoor, Baron van Isendoorn à Blois (L.1407);
William Pitcairn Knowles (L.2643);
Pieter Langerhuizen,
his sale, Amsterdam, Frederik Muller & Cie., 29 April 1919, lot 663;
A.W.M. Mensing,
his sale, Amsterdam, Frederik Muller & Cie., 29 April 1937, lot 605

Condition

Unframed. There are two slight creases across the upper left corner, and an old vertical fold at the centre. The paper is very slightly yellowed, but this is barely noticeable, and overall the drawing is in very good condition.
"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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