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ALBRECHT DÜRER | The Birth of the Virgin (B. 80; M., Holl. 192)
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Albrecht Dürer
- The Birth of the Virgin (B. 80; M., Holl. 192)
- image: 297 by 205mm 11 3/4 by 8in
- sheet: 310 by 218mm 12 1/4 by 8 1/2 in
Woodcut, circa 1503-04, from The Life of the Virgin, a fine, black Meder b proof impression before the Latin text edition of 1511, on paper with a Scales in Circle watermark (M. 169), framed
Condition
Skilfully remargined with small margins, the border line enhanced with printer's ink, in good condition, the verso with some brown and red staining towards the left sheet edge faintly visible recto, two remains of Japan hinging along the left sheet edge, framed.
"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."