Lot 26
  • 26

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • Six’s Bridge (B., Holl. 208; New Holl. 222; H. 209)
  • etching
  • sheet: 131 by 226mm 5 1/8 by 8 7/8 in
The rare etching and drypoint, 1645, a very fine impression of the third (final) state, New Hollstein's fourth (final) state, printing with delicate plate tone and clarity, framed

Provenance

Ex coll. J.B. de Graaf (L. 1120); Duke of Buccleuch (L. 402); Dr. Otto Schäfer, his stamp verso (not in Lugt), sold his sale, Sotheby’s New York, 13 May 1993, lot 58, $173,000; acquired from the above by Walter F. Johnson, sold his sale, Christie’s New York, 13 May 1997, lot 60, $145,500; where acquired by the family of the present owner

Condition

With narrow margins, in good condition, a few tiny and unobtrusive paper losses at the sheet edge, backed, framed.
"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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