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Lot 27
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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • MAN IN A BROAD-BRIMMED HAT (B., HOLL. 311; H. 158; BB.38-C)
  • 79 by 64 mm 3 1/8 by 2 1/2 in
Etching, 1638, a very good impression of the only state, still showing traces of the vertical polishing scratches at right, with thread margins, in good condition apart from a small tear at the upper left corner, the extreme tip of the lower left corner missing, thin areas at the corners

Condition

There is a small tear at the upper left corner, and the extreme tip of the lower left sheet corner is missing. Further to catalogue description please note that the collector's mark (verso) is slightly showing through (recto) at the upper edge of the sheet.
"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

Ex coll. John Barnard (L. 1419)