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Attributed to Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621) Netherlandish, Amsterdam, circa 1600
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Head of a boy
- bronze, on an ebonised turned wood socle
- Attributed to Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621) Netherlandish, Amsterdam, circa 1600
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good. There is some minor wear and dirt to the surface consistent with age. There are a few minor, original repairs to the surface around the proper right cheek.
"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."
Catalogue Note
RELATED LITERATURE
C. Avery, ‘Hendrick de Keyser as a sculptor of small bronzes’, Studies in European Sculpture, London, 1981, pp. 175-187
C. Avery, ‘Hendrick de Keyser as a sculptor of small bronzes’, Studies in European Sculpture, London, 1981, pp. 175-187