Lot 49
  • 49

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • MAN AT DESK WEARING A CROSS AND CHAIN (B., HOLL. 261; H. 189; BB. 41-L)
  • 143 by 102mm; 5 5/8 by 4 1/8 in
  • 156 by 207mm; 6 1/8 by 8 1/8 in
Etching, 1641, fourth (final) state, with thread margins, trimmed circa 10mm within platemark below, slight paper discoloration; together with Christ Preaching ('La Petite Tombe') (B., Holl. 67; H. 256; BB. 52-2), etching, circa 1652, a good impression, on paper with a Strasbourg Lily watermark, trimmed to or on the platemark, areas below Christ's feet and lower right edge of sheet made up in pen and ink, pale brown stain, a vertical central fold, other restorations

Condition

B. 261 as described and B. 67 recommend viewing before bidding
"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."