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Lot 32
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Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • The Ravisher (B. 92; M., Holl. 76)
  • Engraving
  • Sheet: 114 by 103mm; 4½ by 4 1/8 in
Engraving, circa 1495, a fine, rich Meder b-c impression of this rare work, with burr on the upper branches, the scratch at left and the vertical scratches at upper right clearly visible, with plate tone and other wiping marks in the background

Provenance

Ex coll. Josef V. Novák (L. 1949)

Condition

Trimmed just outside the borderline at left, remargined above, at right and in places below, repairs at corners, other minor defects, 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.
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."