- 231
German/Swiss School, 17th Century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- A glass design for a coat of arms
- Pen and black ink and brown wash, over traces of black chalk, within two sets of black ink and brown wash circular framing lines;dated in Roman numerals, lower centre: ANNO M DC XXXIII.
- 328 by 413 mm; 12 7/8 by 16¼ in
Condition
Hinge mounted along the upper edge to a modern mount. There are some small nicks, losses and creases to the extremities of the sheet and a small water stain to the upper right corner. There is an old crease or hanging line running vertically down the centre of the sheet and some small stains and areas of foxing to the extremities. The medium itself remains in very fine, fresh condition with the pen and wash vibrant throughout. Sold in a modern giltwood frame.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.