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Lot 36
  • 36

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
4,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • The Tribute Money (B., Holl. 68; New Holl. 138; H. 124)
  • etching
  • Plate: 73 by 103mm; 2 7/8 by 4 1/8 in
  • Sheet: 77 by 108mm; 3 by 4¼in
Etching, circa 1634, a good impression of the first state (of two), New Hollstein's first state (of four), with touches of burr on the standing man at left, on paper with part of an indistinct watermark

Condition

With narrow margins (circa 2mm all around), in good condtion apart from a fox mark on the sleeve of the man at right, a 3mm vertical tear at lower left edge, a nick at centre of upper edge, some thin areas at edges (mainly visible verso), 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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