Lot 2
  • 2

Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • The Cook and His Wife (Bartsch 84; Meder, Hollstein 85)
  • Engraving
  • sheet: 112 by 77mm 4¼ by 3in
Engraving, circa 1496, a slightly later impression

Provenance

Ex coll. J.E. Wetterauer (L. 3183)

Condition

Trimmed on or just within the borderline, the borderline strengthened with pen and ink in places, a central vertical and a couple of horizontal folds with associated repairs, a few repaired tears mainly towards the edges of sheet, other minor repaired defects, a few thin areas (mainly visible verso), 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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