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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 8

Lot 8

Set of Six Dutch School Portrait Miniatures of Apostles Painted on Playing Cards, c.1700

Set of Six Dutch School Portrait Miniatures of Apostles Painted on Playing Cards, c.1700
Lot 8 Details
Set of Six Dutch School Portrait Miniatures of Apostles Painted on Playing Cards, c.1700

each oil on card by a follower of Rembrandt
3.3 x 2.3 in — 8.5 x 5.9 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,680
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Set of Six Dutch School Portrait Miniatures of Apostles Painted on Playing Cards, c.1700
  • Set of Six Dutch School Portrait Miniatures of Apostles Painted on Playing Cards, c.1700
Note:

While the playing cards are the 'Paris pattern', with the Queen of hearts named 'Judith' and the Knave of spades, 'Hogie', the makers mark (or tax stamp?) is for I.G. Eberhart, Frankfurt.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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