Lot 18
  • 18

Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • The Dream of the Doctor (B. 76; M., Holl. 70)
  • Engraving on paper
  • 187 by 120mm; 7 3/8 by 4¾in
Engraving, 1497, a good impression

Condition

Trimmed between the platemark and the borderline, re-margined with a pen and ink borderline at top, glued to support board at corners and center of sheet edges with associated staining and a small tear at the right corners, slight paper discoloration at the lower part of the image, occasional fox marks and other minor defects
"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."