Lot 111
  • 111

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (AFTER) | Swamp Sparrow (Plate 64)

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • John James Audubon
  • Swamp Sparrow (Plate 64)
  • plate: 492 by 311 mm 19 1/4 by 12 1/4 in
  • sheet: 951 by 638 mm 37 1/2 by 25 in
Hand-colored aquatint, engraving and etching, with touches of gum arabic, 1829, by R. Havell, on wove paper with the J Whatman Turkey Mill 18** watermark, framed

Condition

With large margins. In generally good condition apart from foxing and a repaired break in the background of the plate at right and another near the platemark at left. A repaired hole in the right margin and several small triangular losses in the sheet edges. A soft diagonal crease in the lower left margin corner. Slight mat-stain.
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.