Lot 245
Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) The Return of the Prodigal Son, etching, a later impression of Hollstein's second state (of 3), 1636.
Hammer Price: £2,800
Description
Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) The Return of the Prodigal Son, etching, a good impression with light plate tone of New Hollstein's second state (of 3), some lines lightly re-worked in the landscape to the left, on laid paper without watermark, platemark 155 x 135 mm. (6 1/8 x 5 1/4 in), sheet 165 x 142 mm. (6 1/2 x 5 7/8 in), tipped at upper edge onto mount support, small hole upper centre, pin holes and silverworm damage upper left, even spotting and browning, circa 1636.
Literature:
Hollstein 159
Description
Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) The Return of the Prodigal Son, etching, a good impression with light plate tone of New Hollstein's second state (of 3), some lines lightly re-worked in the landscape to the left, on laid paper without watermark, platemark 155 x 135 mm. (6 1/8 x 5 1/4 in), sheet 165 x 142 mm. (6 1/2 x 5 7/8 in), tipped at upper edge onto mount support, small hole upper centre, pin holes and silverworm damage upper left, even spotting and browning, circa 1636.
Literature:
Hollstein 159