Lot 19
- 19
Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
14,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple (B., Holl. 69; H. 126; BB. 35-B)
- Etching
- Sheet: 137 by 167mm; 5 3/8 by 6 5/8 in
Etching, 1635, a fine, early impression of the first state (of two), with rich contrasts and touches of burr on the vertical rays above Christ's hand, on his robe and other places
Provenance
Ex coll. Pierre Mariette 1677 (L. 1790); Ambroise Firmin-Didot (L. 119)
Condition
Trimmed just outside the borderline (to or on in places at left), a repaired vertical tear (circa 40mm) at lower edge at right, other repairs at lower corners, a small tear at upper left corner, other minor defects, 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."