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Norman Rockwell 1894-1978
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Norman Rockwell
- Under the Mistletoe
- signed Norman Rockwell, l.r.
- black ink on paper, unframed
- Image size: Diameter: 5 1/4 in. 13.2 cm.
- Sheet size: 13 1/4 by 13 in. 33.5 by 33 cm.
Provenance
Franklin Mint, Pennsylvania
Literature
Laurie Norton Moffat, Norman Rockwell, A Definitive Catalogue, Stockbridge, Massachusetts, 1986, vol. I, p. 395, no. A328
Condition
in good condition; some soiling to margins: a few scattered spots of foxing, glue remnants from old matting, some "doodles" (a series of tiny lines with same ink as on image) at upper right; pinholes at corners; sheet is hinged to backing with pieces of white linen tape along upper edge, verso
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.
Catalogue Note
Executed in 1971, this drawing was one of several commissioned by the Franklin Mint for a limited edition series of silver Christmas plates. The image was reproduced in the August, 1971 edition of The Franklin Mint Almanac, p. 11