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M. C. Escher
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- M. C. Escher
- Day and Night (B./K./L./W 303)
- woodblock printed in black and grey on Japan paper
- image: 391 by 677 mm 15 3/8 by 26 5/8 in
- sheet: 475 by 755 mm 18 3/4 by 29 3/4 in
Woodcut printed in black and grey, 1938, signed in pencil and inscribed 'eigen druk', on laid Japan paper, framed
Condition
The print is in good condition, recto and verso, with wide margins. Extremely faint mat-stain and slight undulation to the sheet. An inconspicuous pin hole in each corner, and a few small spots of pale surface soiling and stray ink in the margins. Some slight horizontal creasing along the upper sheet edge associated with hinging.
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.