Lot 12
  • 12

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
  • Self Portrait in a Velvet Cap with Plume (B., Holl. 20; New Holl. 170; H. 156)
  • etching on paper
  • sheet: 135 by 105mm 5 1/4 by 4 1/8 in
Etching, 1638, a very good impression of the only state, New Hollstein's second state (of four), framed

Condition

A thread margin in places at left, trimmed just within the platemark elsewhere, in good condition, the tip of the lower right corner re-attached and possibly touched-in along the platemark, framed.
"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."