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Michael Ayrton
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Michael Ayrton
- Minotaur
- Ed. no. 1/75, portfolio with 10 original
- each sheet: approx. 59 by 77.5cm.; 23 1/4 by 30 1/4 in.
- overall: 78.5 by 58.5 by 2cm.; 31 by 23 by 3/4 in.
The complete portfolio, comprising ten etchings, 1971, each signed in pencil, titled, numbered 1/75, loose (as issued), on TH Saunders wove paper, with the title page, contained in the original grey cloth-covered portfolio box
Condition
The full sheets, in good condition apart from occasional handling creases (predominantly in margins), and a slight undulation throughout the sheets, imperfections to individual sheets are:
Plate 1 - 'As Embryo' - with discoloration at the tip of the lower right sheet corner and traces of surface soiling in the margins.
Plate V - 'Rising' - with a small area of discoloration at the tip of the upper right sheet corner.
Traces of wear and soiling on the portfolio box.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."