LUDOLPH BÜSINCK (German 1599/1602-1669) after GEORGE LALLEMAND (French 1575-1636) TWO OF PRINTS, "St. James the Less," AND "St. Jude," PARIS, CIRCA 1620, chiaroscuro woodcut printed in color on laid paper, works from the collaborative series, Christ and the Apostles, "St. James the Less," signed in plate C/R, "G. Lalleman in / L. Büsinck sc.," with "St. Jude," marked in plate "F.1.,"; the publisher attributed to French engraver and printmaker Melchior Tavernier (1594-1665), verso one with an partial label, "Gerhard Wurzer Gallery, Houston, Texas." 8 1/4" x 6 1/4" Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas.

Trimmed, toning throughout, St. Jude is backed with inpainting, repairs, lacerations and losses; the other in better condition, wear commensurate with age, and overall in good condition. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."