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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Beggar Man and Woman Behind a Bank (B., Holl. 165; New Holl. 51; H. 13)
- etching on paper
- plate: 98 by 68mm 3 7/8 by 2 3/4 in
- sheet: 100 by 70mm 4 by 2 3/4 in
The rare etching, engraving and drypoint, circa 1630, the fifth state (of nine), New Hollstein's fifth state (of nine), printing with burr in the bank and along the lower plate edge, with inky plate edges, on paper with an indistinct partial watermark, framed
Provenance
Ex. coll John Barnard (L. 1420); Pierre Remy (L. 2136); Heneage Finch, 5th Earl of Aylesford (L. 58); Ambroise Firmin-Didot (L. 119); Dr. August Sträter (L. 787); Thomas Miller Whitehead (L. 2449); N. Mossoloff (L. 1802); with Harlow, McDonald & Co., New York (their stock number 32659 printed on a label on the frame verso)
Condition
With narrow margins, in good condition apart from some discoloration, residual mounting on the left and upper edges with associated paper thinning, framed.
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"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."