- 279
Attributed to Maarten de Vos
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Maarten de Vos
- The Annunciation
- Pen and brown ink and wash over black chalk, the composition within a black chalk framing line;bears inscription in brown ink, upper centre: Ecce concipies in utero, et paries filium, et vocabis nomen eius JESVM. Luc: p.obears old attribution and numbering, verso: Martin de Vos 35
- 157 by 197 mm; 6¼ by 7¾ in
Provenance
Sale, London, Sotheby's, 22 November 1974, lot 18 (as Ascribed to Martin de Vos)
Condition
Window mounted on a decorative mount. The sheet has previously been laid down on to an additional paper backing. The sheet has discoloured somewhat and there is evidence of some minor surface dirt and staining throughout. The image remains strong. 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.
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.