L12161

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Lot 4
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Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • Apollo and Diana (B. 68; M., Holl. 64)
  • engraving
  • Sheet: 115 by 73mm; 4½ by 2 7/8 in
Engraving, circa 1502, a very good Meder c impression, with part of a Bull's Head watermark (M. 62)

Provenance

Ex coll. Dr. Ernst Ruge (L. 2158a); another unidentified collector's mark 'M-J' in oval (not in Lugt)

Condition

With thread margins or trimmed to the platemark in places, a very small disturbance in the paper at far left (to the left of Apollo's right calf) possibly with touches of pen and ink, a thin line in Diana's left hand (mainly visible verso), slight surface dirt, otherwise in good condition, unframed.
"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.
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