Lot 24
  • 24

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • Man at a Desk wearing a cross and Chain (B., Holl. 261; H. 189; BB. 41-L)
  • Plate: 154 by 102mm; 6 1/8 by 4 1/8 in
Etching, 1641, a good impression of the second state (of four), on paper with a part of a Basilisk watermark, with thread margins, trimmed to or on the platemark at left, in good condition

Provenance

Ex coll. John Barnard (L. 1419)

Condition

Further to catalogue description there are some traces of adhesive along left edge verso and slight cockling caused by old hinging. Collector's mark faded.
"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."