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Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621) Netherlandish, late 16th/ early 17th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Head of a Young Boy
- bronze, on an ebonised turned wood socle
- Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621) Netherlandish, late 16th/ early 17th century
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a number casting flaws, including some very minor lacunae to the face and two larger lacunae to the underside. There is some rubbing to the high points. There are a number of small nicks, including to the face.
"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