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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- ST. PETER IN PENITENCE (B., HOLL. 96; H. 217; BB. 45-F)
- 123 by 114mm; 5 by 4 1/2 in
Etching, 1645, only state, a good impression of this extremely rare and lightly-etched work, on paper with part of a Strasbourg Lily watermark, trimmed fractionally within the platemark, broken folds, thin areas along the edges, with touches of pen and ink, backed with a thin sheet, other minor defects
Condition
Slight surface dirt and paper discoloration, there are three main folds, a central horizontal fold and two diagonals, 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."
"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."