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Lot 4
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Hendrick Goltzius

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Hendrick Goltzius
  • Nox (H. 372; S. 420; B. 32)
  • 345 by 260 mm 13 1/2 by 10 1/4 in
Chiaroscuro woodcut printed in tan, olive green and black, c. 1588-90, on laid paper, with a Three Crowns watermark, trimmed to the borderline, a 3 1/2-inch diagonal repaired tear in the lower sheet, extending to the left wheel of the chariot, a central horizontal crease, a pale stain and remains of old adhesive at the sheet edges, verso

Condition

There is a 3 1/2-inch repaired diagonal tear in the lower sheet, extending to the left wheel of the chariot. There is a central horizontal crease through the sheet. On the verso, there is a pale stain and remains of old adhesive at the sheet edges.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.