Lot 36
  • 36

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • Negress Lying Down (B., Holl. 205; New Holl. 308; H. 299)
  • etching
  • plate: 81 by 159mm 3 1/4 by 6 1/4 in
  • sheet: 83 by 162mm 3 1/4 by 6 3/8 in
Etching, 1658, a good impression of the third (final) state, New Hollstein's fourth state (of six)

Condition

With small margins, in good condition, a 2mm vertical cut in the lower right margin and a tiny brown stain in the upper margin at right (neither affecting the image), 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.
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."