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After Pieter Bruegel the Elder 1525-1569
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- After Pieter Bruegel the Elder
- the fair on st. george's day (bast., holl. 207; l. 52; o. 79; New Holl. 42)
- 332 by 520mm; 13 by 20 1/2 in
Etching with engraving by Joannes and Lucas van Doetecum, circa 1559, a strong impression of the second (final) state published in 1601, on paper with a Bunch of Grapes watermark, upper left corner repaired, some nicks and small repairs at sheet edges, central vertical fold, other minor defects
Condition
Occasional pale stains, minor surface dirt on roof of the house in the background, otherwise as described
"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."