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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Beggar with a Wooden Leg (B., Holl. 179; New Holl. 49; H. 12)
- Etching on paper
- plate: 112 by 66mm 4 3/8 by 2 5/8 in
- sheet: 116 by 72mm 4 5/8 by 2 7/8 in
Etching, circa 1630, a very good impression of the second (final) state, New Hollstein's second state (of four), framed
Condition
With narrow margins, in good condition, a small area of discoloration at upper right (due to previous hinging) and three pale bands of discoloration in the right of the image, some unobtrusive thinned areas, occasional tiny nicks to the sheet edges, some lesser defects, 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."