Lot 98
  • 98

Edvard Munch

Estimate
400,000 - 500,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Edvard Munch
  • Two Women on the Shore (W. 133)
  • Colored woodcut
  • image: 453 by 513 mm 17 7/8 by 20 1/4 in
  • sheet: 493 by 553 mm 19 3/8 by 21 3/4 in
Woodcut printed in black, blue, red, green, purple and pink, 1898, signed in pencil, on tissue-thin japon pelure

Condition

The print is in generally good condition, except three sheet corners replaced, the fourth with a diagonal crease not effecting the image (circa 2 inches). A few repaired tears in the margins, one repaired tear through the signature (circa 1 inch) into the image, and one to the left of the signature just into the image. Discoloration comprises mottled staining primarily in the upper right quadrant and the margins throughout.
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.