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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Old Man Seen from Behind, Profile to Right: Half-Figure; and Beggar Woman Leaning on a Stick (B., Holl. 143, 170; New Holl. 33a, 229; H. 41-C, 219)
- etching
- first plate: 72 by 42mm 2 7/8 by 1 3/4 in
- second plate: 81 by 63mm 3 1/4 by 2 1/2 in
Two etchings, circa 1629-46, B. 143 the fourth (final) state, New Hollstein's seventh (final) state, B. 170 the only state, New Hollstein's fourth state (of five), the latter a later impression on wove paper
Condition
B. 143: With wide margins, in good condition, a small black stain just outside left plate edge, pale fox marks, unframed.
B. 170: With small margins, in good condition, a horizontal fold along upper part of image, thinned areas at the left sheet corners apparently reinforced, 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.
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."
"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."