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Albrecht Dürer
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Albrecht Dürer
- The sea monster (B. 71, M., Holl. 66)
- 251 by 189mm; 9 7/8 by 7 1/2 in
Engraving, circa 1498, a good but somewhat later impression, printing with platetone, trimmed between platemark and borderline, a very small plugged hole in the clouds at right and at left of standing figure in the background, minute touches of pen and ink, pale fox marks, slight paper discoloration and other minor defects
Provenance
Ex coll. F. Quiring (L. 1041b)
Condition
Other minor defects include two unobtrusive horizontal folds (only visible verso), slight paper discoloration
"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."