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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Christ and the Woman of Samaria among Ruins (B., Holl. 71; New Holl. 127; H. 122)
- paper
- sheet: 127 by 114mm 5 by 4 1/2 in
Etching with drypoint, 1634, a fine impression of New Hollstein's first state (of five), with the fine lines at upper and lower edge of image still printing clearly (these tend to wear off in later impressions), with touches of burr on the buildings in the background and the disciples' head
Condition
With small margins, in good condition apart from a rubber area (with associated paper disturbance) at upper plate mark, a small fox mark in the building above the well, a pinpoint fox mark in the blank area of the sky at upper right, 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."
"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."