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The Fine Sale: Day One

Sat, Nov 3, 2018 11:00AM EDT
Lot 2570

Adriaen van Ostade (1610-1685): Village Romance

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Etching in black on laid paper, c. 1667, Godefrey's rare fourth or fifth state of twelve, with the William Esdaile (L. 2617) and Duke of Buccleuch (L. 402) collector's marks (the latter on the reverse).

6 3/8 x 5 1/8 in. (sheet), 22 3/4 x 18 3/4 in. (frame).

Literature: Godefrey/Hollander 11.

 

Condition

A fine, rich impression. Trimmed to or just within the platemark. A small mark in the black at the top of the arch. A tiny nick at the top right corner. Some pale staining. Otherwise in good condition.