Lot 630
  • 630

After Jacques Callot

Estimate
500 - 1,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Jacques Callot
  • A Knight on Horseback with Figures
  • bears attribution in brown ink Callot (lower left)
  • pen and brown ink and wash
  • 4 5/8 by 6 5/8 in.; 11.6 by 16.8 cm.

Condition

Window mounted. Surface in generally good condition aside from a light brown staining throughout the sheet, in particular around the areas of densely applied ink. There are some small stains to the top edge and a light blue stain to the upper centre. There are areas of surface dirt to be found throughout and an area of light gray dirt/staining over the figures on the hillock in the background. The brown ink is fresh.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.