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After Pieter Bruegel the Elder 1525-1569
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- After Pieter Bruegel the Elder
- The Skaters before the Gate of St. George at Antwerp (Bast., Holl. 205; L. 51; O. 63; New Holl. 41)
- 232 by 298mm; 9 1/8 by 11 3/4 in
- 130 y 159mm; 5 1/8 by 6 1/4 in
Engraving by F. Huys, circa 1558, a very good, early impression of the second (final) state, with text by J. Galle, on paper with a Coat of Arms watermark, thread margin at right, trimmed to or on the borderline elsewhere, small repair at upper edge, two small repaired tears at centre below, other minor defects; and Three Fools of the Carnival (Holl. 226; New Holl. A 64), engraving by H. Hondius, 1642, a fine impression of Lebeer's first state (of two), on paper with a Shield watermark, with narrow margins, upper corners reinforced, some foxing, otherwise in good condition
Provenance
Holl. 205 with the signature of G.W. Günter, verso (L. 1115)
Condition
Holl. 205 vertical and horizontal central folds mainly visible verso, pale red stains along upper edge
Holl. 226 slight paper discoloration
"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."