Lot 9
  • 9

After Pieter Bruegel the Elder; and Hans Bol

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • After Pieter Bruegel the Elder; and Hans Bol
  • the seasons: spring, summer (bast., holl. 200-202; l. 77-78; o. 106, 110; new holl. 29-30) and autumn, winter (holl. 201-2)
  • Each circa 225 by 285mm; 8 7/8 by 11 1/4 in
Engravings by P. van der Heyden, 1570, the set of four, fine impressions of the first state (of two), Spring and Summer on paper with a Gothic P and Sheaf of Corn watermarks respectively, trimmed to or on the borderline (Summer trimmed fractionally within the borderline at bottom right), nicks along edges of sheet (mainly at corners), some light creases and folds, thin spots, Winter with paper discoloration, Autumn and Winter laid down, otherwise in good condition 

Condition

Summer: as described in the catalogue Winter: with one small repaired tear at lower edge of image, some foxing Autumn: with some vertical folds (at centre of image) Spring: one soft central vertical fold, some thin areas and one rubbed area in the sky at upper centre of image
"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."

Catalogue Note

Bruegel did not complete the full cycle, and the remaining seasons (Autumn and Winter) were designed by Hans Bol.