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Roy Lichtenstein
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Roy Lichtenstein
- Salute to Aviation (C. 63)
- screenprint
- image: 1089 by 548 mm 42 7/8 by 21 5/8 in
- sheet: 1170 by 628 mm 46 by 24 3/4 in
Screenprint in colors, 1968, signed in pencil, dated and inscribed 'H.C. XI/XII', an hors commerce proof aside from the numbered edition of 135, on wove paper, printed by Sirocco Screenprinters, and Ives-Sillman, and with their blindstamp, also with the blindstamp of the publisher, Richard Feigen Graphics, New York, framed
Condition
The print is in generally good condition, the full sheet with slightly attenuated colors. A small tear at the left edge of the sheet near the top with associated creasing and a tiny tear below. Discoloration at the edges of the sheet and a damp-stain along the bottom edge. A few inconspicuous surface scuffs in the image at the top right. (Pin holes at all four corners.) The verso with faint surface soiling, a few inconspicuous handling creases at the edges, visible under raking light, and skinning along the top edge, associated with prior 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.