Lot 62
- 62
Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- Jan Lutma, Goldsmith (B., Holl. 276; H. 290; BB. 56-C)
- Etching
- Plate: 197 by 149mm; 7¾ by 5 7/8 in
- Sheet: 200 by 152mm; 7 7/8 by 6in
A delicate impression printing with plate tone, a maculature of the very rare first state (of three), on paper with an Arms of Amsterdam watermark
Provenance
Ex coll. Chambers Hall (L.551)
Condition
With narrow margins, in good condition, 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."
Catalogue Note
A maculature is a working impression, taken from the printing plate onto a clean sheet of paper, when there are still traces of ink left on it from a previous inking. The result is a delicate and silvery impression.