Lot 10
  • 10

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • Self Portrait in a Velvet Cap with Plume (Bartsch, Hollstein 20; New Hollstein 170; Hind 156)
  • Etching
  • plate: 137 by 106mm 5 3/8 by 4 1/8 in
  • sheet: 141 by 110mm 5 1/2 by 4 3/8 in
Etching, 1638, a good, clear impression of the only state, New Hollstein's second state (of four), on paper with a Basel Crosier watermark, framed

Condition

With narrow margins (slightly unevenly trimmed), in good condition apart from a small paper loss in the upper margin, a couple of small patches of minute foxing in the background of the image, a tiny nick in the left margin (not affecting the image), a narrow strip of tape along the right edge of sheet verso, a couple of small paper accretions and a patch of residual adhesive verso, 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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