Faust (B., Holl. 270; H. 260)

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn Faust (B., Holl. 270; H. 260) etching with drypoint and engraving, circa 1652, first state (of three), a good impression, with burr to Faust's right sleeve and robe and on the curtain at the left, watermark Strasburg Lily with Pendant Initials WR (cf. Hinterding ba), with narrow margins, some pale foxing and discoloration, a very short tear at the lower sheet edge, otherwise in good condition P. 210 x 158 mm., S. 212 x 161 mm.