REMBRANDT HARMENSZ. VAN RIJN | A Blind Hurdy-Gurdy Player and Family Receiving Alms (B., Holl. 176; New Holl. 243; H. 233)

Etching and drypoint, 1648, a good impression of New Hollstein's first state (of five), unframed

With thread margins at the upper and right sheet edges, trimmed on the plate mark at the left and lower sheet edges, in generally good condition, overall paper discoloration (presumably associated with an early restoration treatment), three small skilfully repaired tears at the lower and right sheet edges (the longest measuring approx. 7mm), an area of paper thinning at centre towards the lower sheet edge, a small made up area at the lower right corner, areas of paper thinning at upper right and lower left corners, 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."