- 4167
John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Yellow-Crowned Heron (Plate CCCXXXVI)
- Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching
- sheet: 955 by 618 mm 37 5/8 by 24 3/8 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1836, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1838 watermark
Condition
The print is in good condition. The sheet is slightly discolored, with faint light- and mat-stain, and the colors are slightly attenuated. There is an approximately 1 inch tear in the lower left corner, repaired with non-archival tape, and an approximately 2 inch paper imperfection at lower center. Scattered inconspicuous fox marks and surface dirt. The verso with some surface dirt and scattered foxing, only partially examined.
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.