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Werner Mantz
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Werner Mantz
- Sinn Department Store
- gelatin silver print
mounted to card, signed and dated in pencil on the mount, the photographer's 'Köln, Hohenstaufenring 46, Telefon Anno 5474' studio and reproduction rights stamps on the reverse, framed, 1928
Condition
This early print, on semi-glossy paper with very thin margins, is in generally very good to excellent condition. In raking light, minimal age-appropriate silvering is visible near the edges. Also visible upon close examination in raking light are the following: a small fingerprint in the lower right quadrant; and several tiny deposits of original retouching overall. A thin 1-and-1/2-inch line in the central portion of the image is in the negative and not a feature of the print.
The upper edge of the mount is affixed to a modern window mat. The reverse of the mount is lightly soiled from handling.
When examined under ultraviolet light, this print does not appear to fluoresce.
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.
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.