Lot 255
  • 255

Abraham Jansz. van Diepenbeeck

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • Abraham Jansz. van Diepenbeeck
  • Sacrifice of the daughters of Jephthah
  • Pen and brown ink and wash, over black chalk, heightened with white;bears numbering in brown ink, upper right: 10.bears old attribution and numbering to the mount, verso: Diepenbeck No 38
  • 98 by 160 mm; 3 7/8  by 6¼ in

Provenance

Private Collection, New York;
sale, New York, Sotheby's, 23 January 2001, lot 153

Condition

Laid down on an old decorative mount. There is some minor discolouration to the sheet and some small losses to areas of the white heightening. The drawing remains in otherwise very good condition, with the pen and ink and wash strong throughout. Sold 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.
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.