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Attributed to Cornelis Saftleven
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Cornelis Saftleven
- Head of a Cow
- Red and black chalk and stumping, heightened with white chalk;bears old attribution in brown ink, lower left: jordans
- 165 by 147 mm; 6½ by 5¾ in
Provenance
Emile Wolf, New York,
thence by descent
thence by descent
Condition
Laid down on an old decorative mount, which has in turn been hinged to a modern mount. There is a tiny loss to the upper left corner and some light foxing throughout. The chalk medium remains very fresh and vibrant, with the image strong. Sold in a wooden 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.