Lot 39
- 39
Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
- The Flight into Egypt: A Night Piece (B., Holl. 53; New Holl. 262; H. 253)
- etching with drypoint and engraving
- plate: 127 by 110mm 4 1/4 by 5in
- sheet: 130 by 112mm 4 1/2 by 5 1/8 in
Etching with drypoint and engraving, 1651, a very good impression of New Hollstein's sixth state (of ten), before the extensive rework by another hand, printing with good contrasts
Condition
With thread margins, in good condition apart from a few small areas of adhesive residue (?) towards left of subject, a short, soft crease at the lower right sheet corner, unframed. (A small paper defect at the right sheet edge).
"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."