- 164
Dutch School, late 18th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- A seated man holding a glass
- Black and white chalk, on blue-green paper; the sheet extended by the artist with an additional strip at the bottom;
bears inscription in black chalk, verso: Vanderwerf
Provenance
The Russell B. Aitken Collections,
by whom sold, New York, Christie's, 22 January 2004, lot 128 (as Haarlem School, late 17th Century)
by whom sold, New York, Christie's, 22 January 2004, lot 128 (as Haarlem School, late 17th Century)
Condition
The paper has discoloured to a greenish brown fairly evenly throughout. Laid down. Some minor staining and foxing. Chalk still reasonably good and strong.
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.
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.