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Lot 121
  • 121

Herman Saftleven

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Herman Saftleven
  • a standing peasant in a hat, seen from behind
  • Black chalk and brown wash

Provenance

Sale, London, Sotheby's, 22 June 1982, lot 134, purchased by the present owner

Condition

Window mounted. Somewhat foxed. Light round stains in the four corners, from old mounting. Otherwise reasonably good overall condition.
"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

Comparable in style and handling with a signed study of a man carrying a sack, sold New York, Christie's, 15 January 1992, lot 144.