Lot 44
  • 44

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • Self-Portrait in a Velvet Cap with Plume (B., Holl. 20; New Holl. 170; H. 156)
  • etching
  • sheet: 136 by 104mm 5 3/8 by 4 1/8 in
Etching, 1638, a very good, clear impression of New Hollstein's second state (of three)

Condition

Trimmed on or fractionally within the plate mark, in good condition apart from very pale (slightly uneven) paper discoloration, residual hinging and associated light skinning and very minor thinning at the left sheet edge 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.
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."