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Lot 310
  • 310

Robert Rauschenberg

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Robert Rauschenberg
  • Cardbird Series: I, II, III, and V (Gemini 262, 304-305, and 307)
  • largest overall (Cardbird II) 1382 by 855 mm 54 3/8 by 33 5/8 in
  • smallest overall (Cardbird III) 900 by 910 mm 35 1/2 by 35 3/4 in
Four collage prints with corrugated cardboard, tape, steel staples, photo offset lithograph, and screenprint in colors, 1971, each signed in ink, dated and variously numbered from the edition of 75, published by Gemini G.E.L, Los Angeles, and with their ink stamps (4 prints)

Condition

The prints are in good condition, apart from minor surface soiling, a few areas of superficial pigment loss, and additional minor imperfections in the individual prints as detailed below: I: The brown tape separating at both sides of the top flap, and possible scattered rust flecks on the top flap at right. II: A depression and superficial tears around the upper hanging holes, and a few surface pigment losses and wear at corners. III: Superficial pigment loss around the right hanging hole, three small areas at the brown tape at right, and at the upper left corner. V: Four small areas of superficial pigment loss (around the upper left hanging hole, upper left element, lower left traingular element and lower right corners).
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.