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Lot 23
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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • The Strolling Musicians (B., Holl. 119; H. 142; BB. 35-8)
  • Etching
  • Sheet: 141 by 117mm; 5 5/8 by 4 5/8 in
Etching, circa 1635, a good impression of the first state (of two)

Provenance

Ex coll. Johann Sigmund Bermann (L. 236); Johann Peter Maria Cerroni (L. 1432)

Condition

With thread margins, trimmed on the platemark in places at left, a thin area with an associated minor repair at left of lower edge, a few fox marks, occasional small pale stains, a soft vertical fold at left and a short diagonal one at right edge (mainly visible verso), a nick at centre of lower edge, thin area at left edge (mainly visible verso), otherwise in good condtion, 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.
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