Lot 999
  • 999

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (AFTER)) | Ruffed Grouse (Plate XLI)

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon
  • Ruffed Grouse (Plate XLI)
  • sheet: 650 by 965 25 1/2 by 38 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, 1828, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman 1831 watermark, framed  

Provenance

Douglas Kenyon, Chicago, Illinois, 1986;
Vogel Collection no. 455.

Condition

The print is in good condition, apart from a few small tears, nicks and soiling. Slightly and unevenly shaved and with mended tears along disbound edge. Verso with slight soiling and faint offprinting. One spot of soiling/stray color near center.
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.
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