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Lot 175
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Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Estimate
325,000 - 500,000 USD
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Description

  • Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
  • Moulin Rouge, La Goulue (D. 339; Adr. 1.II; W. P1.A)
  • Lithograph printed in colors on three sheets
  • image: approx. 1888 by 1135 mm 74 3/8 by 44 3/4 in
  • sheet: 1934 by 1196 mm 76 1/4 by 47 1/8 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1891, the extremely rare three sheet version of Wittrock's A (of D), on wove paper, printed by Affiches Americaines C.H. Levy, Paris, published by Charles Zidler, Paris, framed

Condition

The print is in good condition, with full margins and fresh colors on all three linen-backed sheets. Waffling throughout and several unobtrusive nicks and tears in the margins, the largest measuring 1 inch. Additional condition notes particular to the three individual sheets include: Bottom sheet: There is paper loss in the bottom corners and a 2 by 1/2 inch repair in the right margin at bottom, which is bleached. The right side of the yellow chandelier is discolored (damp stain?). Center sheet: The sheet is in good condition, with full margins and fresh colors. Two areas of white discoloration (unevenly applied ink?) in the center of the sheet. The first is above La Goulue's upturned skirt and the second to the right of Valentin le désossé head. Top sheet: The sheet is in good condition, with full margins and fresh colors. The sheet is toned with mottled discoloration at the top of the sheet at center. A vertical cut at right divides the sheet in two.
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.