Lot 9
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ALBRECHT DÜRER | The Assumption and Coronation of the Virgin (B. 94; M., Holl. 206)

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • The Assumption and Coronation of the Virgin (B. 94; M., Holl. 206)
  • sheet: 293 by 208mm 11 1/2 by 8in
Woodcut, circa 1510, from The Life of the Virgin, a fine, black proof impression before text, printing with strong contrasts, on paper with a Bull’s Head with Cross watermark (M. 66), framed

Condition

With thread margins, trimmed to or just outside the borderline in places, in good condition, a repaired nick in lower left at border, a few minute brown accretions and a very small yellow stain towards the lower left sheet edge, a few small faint stains in places, two areas of residual paper mounting towards the right edge verso, 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."