Lot 7
  • 7

Hendrick Goltzius

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Hendrick Goltzius
  • Apollo (Bartsch 141; Hollstein 131; Strauss 263)
  • 347 by 262 mm 13 5/8 by 10 1/4 in
  • sheet 405 by 307 mm 16 by 12 in
Engraving, 1588, a very good impression, on laid paper, with a central horizontal crease, with wide margins, a few small abrasions in the subject's lower torso, a few pale stains, surface soiling in the margins and on the verso, a short tear at the right sheet edge, framed

Condition

The print has three small abrasions in the subject's lower torso. There is a pale stain to the right of the chariot, and a few other pale stains in the margins. There is soiling throughout the margins and on the verso. There is a 1/2-inch repaired tear in the right sheet edge.
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.