- 4171
John James Audubon (After)
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John James Audubon (after)
- Eider Duck (Plate CCXLVI)
- Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching
- plate: 640 by 945 mm 25 1/4 by 37 1/4 in
- sheet: 649 by 965 mm 25 1/2 by 38 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1835, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 183- watermark
Condition
The print is in good condition with margins. Minor discoloration and an occasional fox mark in the margins and on verso. Stitch holes along disbound edge. A skillfully repaired tear in the lower margin at right. Some minor surface soiling on the verso.
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.