Lot 21
  • 21

Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • The Flight into Egypt (B. 89; M., Holl. 201)
  • Woodcut on paper
  • 294 by 209mm; 11½ by 8¼in
Woodcut from The Life of the Virgin, 1503, a proof before the text, a very good impression, printing with relief, on paper with a Scales in Circle watermark (cf. Meder 169)

Condition

Trimmed to or on the borderline, touches of pen and ink on the borderline, slight paper discoloration and pale fox marks, otherwise in good condition
"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."