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Robert Motherwell
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Motherwell
- Three Poems (W.A.C. 387.1-.27)
- Signed by Octavio Paz and initialed by the artist in pencil on the colophon, numbered 722/750
- a portfolio of lithographs printed in colors
- sheets: 542 by 453 mm 21 3/8 by 17 7/8 in
- overall: 591 by 495 by 58 mm 23 1/4 by 19 1/2 by 2 1/4 in
The complete book, comprising 27 lithographs, five printed in colors, with text by Octavio Paz, 1988, signed in pencil on the justification by the artist and author, numbered 722, from the edition of 750 (total edition includes 30 artist's proofs), bound (as issued), on various handmade Japan papers attached with chine appliqué to mould made Cartiere Enrico Magnani paper (W.A.C. 387.1 inset on the cover board), printed by Trestle Editions Limited, New York, published by The Limited Editions Club, New York, contained in the original linen-covered boards and clamshell box (27 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition, apart from a few tiny spots of stray ink and pale traces of surface soiling in the margins and on the text pages. The boards and clamshell box also in good condition.
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.