Virgin and Child in the Clouds

REMBRANDT HARMENSZ. VAN RIJN (1606-1669) Virgin and Child in the Clouds counterproof (of the etching and drypoint) 1641 on laid paper, watermark Strasbourg Lily (Hinterding E'.a.b.) a fine example, very rare first state (of two) printing clearly and with good contrasts with partial narrow margins at left and right, trimmed to or inside the subject above and below some small repairs at the corners and some minor foxing generally in good condition Sheet 159 x 107 mm.