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Martin Schöngauer 1445-1491
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Martin Schöngauer
- The coronation of the virgin (B. 72; L., HOLL. 17)
- 163 by 158mm; 6 3/8 by 6 1/4 in
Engraving, circa 1490, a very good impression, on paper with a Head in Profile watermark (Briquet 15682, d. 1503), trimmed between platemark and borderline, enhanced with pen and ink, upper right corner and area beneath the gown of Christ skilfully repaired, other minor defects
Provenance
A duplicate from the Albertina, Vienna (L. 174; and 5g)
Condition
Support
The fine contemporary laid paper supporting this print shows a watermark of the profile of a Human Head. The sheet has been skilfully repaired on the upper right corner and in an area beneath the gown of Christ (this may just be a thinned area that has had added paper).
Medium
The engraving has been enhanced with black ink on the Virgin's face and the nose of Christ as well as other places, to simulate a finer impression.
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"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
Lehrs lists about 40 impressions known