Lot 124
  • 124

Salvador Dalí

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Salvador Dalí
  • Les Caprices de Goya de Dali (Michler & Löpsinger 848-927; Field page 111-116)
  • The complete portfolio of 80 heliogravures with etching, aquatint and drypoint printed in colours in plexiglass suitcase
  • each sheet: approx. 448 by 312mm 17 5/8 by 12 1/4 in
  • overall: 483 by 335 by 49mm 19 by 13 1/8 by 1 7/8 in
The complete portfolio, comprising 80 heliogravures with etching, aquatint and drypoint printed in colours, 1977, each signed in pencil and numbered 157/200, with the title page and justification, this copy also numbered in blue ink on the justification, loose (as issued), printed by Ateliers Rigal, published by Berggreuen Editions, Paris, on BFK Rives wove paper, contained in the original paper wrapper, leather-covered boards and slipcase, with gold printed title on spine and on the front leather board

Condition

With full margins, in good condition. Minor imperfections to the individual sheets include plate 25 with very slight rubbing along right plate mark, three plates with a few stray fox marks, some with very minor creasing at extreme sheet edges.
"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.
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