Lot 88
  • 88

M. C. ESCHER | Three Spheres I (Bool/Kist/Locher/Wierda 336)

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • M. C. Escher
  • Three Spheres I (Bool/Kist/Locher/Wierda 336)
  • image: 280 by 168mm 11 by 6 5/8 in
  • sheet: 342 by 217mm 13 1/2 by 8 1/2 in
Wood engraving, 1945, signed in pencil, inscribed 'eigen druck', on smooth wove paper, framed

Condition

With wide margins, in generally good condition, a triangular area of slight rubbing between the two spheres at right, traces of skinning with associated thinned areas at sheet edges, adhesive remnants in the margins and verso, an inconspicuous water stain at lower left sheet corner, very pale mount-staining, framed.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."