John James Audubon (After)

Hand-colored engraving with etching and aquatint, by R. Havell, 1837, on wove paper with the J. Whatman 1837 watermark, with wide margins, generally in good condition apart from mottled light- and mat stain, repaired tears at upper and right sheet edges, occasional fox marks, framed

Print is generally in good condition as catalogued. Exposure to light and an acidic mat has resulted in an overall darkening of the paper tone which is inconsistent particularly in the margins and at right. There is a c. 1/2 inch loss at the upper sheet edge at left and two short (c. 1 inch) repaired tears at the right sheet edge. All are backed with japan. Fox marks are few, but dark and the verso is soiled. Handling creases appear throughout the sheet.
"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."