Description:
Albrecht Altdorfer (German, 1480-1538)
Christ Appearing to the Magdalene from the Series Fall and Redemption of Man, c. 1515 (Bartsch, 36). Monogrammed "AA" (overlapping) in the block u.l. Woodcut on paper, 2 13/16 x 1 7/8 in. (7.3 x 4.8 cm),framed.
Condition: Trimmed to the edges of the image, not examined out of frame.
Provenance, as inscribed on the frame backing: "From Richard G. Canott Estate, to W.H. Boardman, Jr. (9/91)."
Estimate $300-500
A fine impression. The sheet appears to the affixed to the back mat at the upper corners. Frame with broken glass (missing u.r. corner of the glass).
The inscription on the frame backing bears a misattribution to Durer.
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Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.