Lot 12
  • 12

Albrecht Dürer

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Albrecht Dürer
  • Joachim and Anna at the Golden Gate (B. 79; M., Holl. 191)
  • Woodcut
  • image: 300 by 209mm 11 7/8 by 8 1/4 in
  • sheet: 461 by 312mm 18 1/8 by 12 5/8 in
Woodcut, 1504, from the Life of the Virgin, a very good impression from the Latin text edition of 1511, framed

Condition

With wide margins, the image in good condition, pale water-stain at upper left corner extending slightly into the image, another smaller one at lower left corner, small paper losses (circa 5 by 30mm) at extreme edge of lower left margin associated with previous hinging (not affecting the image), a small vertical tear at upper margin, pale paper discoloration and surface dirt mainly at sheet edges, 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.
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