Lot 18
  • 18

Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • Saint Michael Fighting the Dragon (B. 72; M., HOLL. 174)
  • Woodcut
  • Sheet: 394 by 283mm; 15½ by 11 1/8 in
Woodcut from the Apocalypse, 1498, a good impression from the Latin edition of 1511, on paper with a Flower with Triangle watermark (M. 127)

Condition

Trimmed just outside the borderline, in good condition apart from a backed diagonal tear at tip of lower left corner of sheet, areas of pale red crayon in lower section of the image, a very short horizontal tear (approximately 5mm) at lower left edge of sheet, occasional brown stains in upper and lower section of sheet (mainly visible verso), unframed.
"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.
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