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AFTER PIETER BRUEGEL THE ELDER | The Alchemist (Bastelaer, Hollstein 197; New Hollstein 40)
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- After Pieter Bruegel the Elder
- The Alchemist (Bastelaer, Hollstein 197; New Hollstein 40)
- engraving on paper
- sheet: approx. 325 by 445mm 12 7/8 by 17 1/2 in
Engraving, circa 1558, a very good impression of New Hollstein's first state (of three)
Condition
Trimmed to or just within the borderline (trimmed unevenly at the lower sheet edge), the sheet previously backed and still showing backing remains verso, otherwise in good condition apart from occasional areas of thinning, a 1cm repaired split (partially broken through) in the text in the lower border, two pinholes toward the bottom left corner, and a few tiny stains and accretions, 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."
"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."