- 67
George Grosz 1893-1959
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- George Grosz
- Der Dichter am Schreibtisch (At the Writing Table): a double-sided drawing
- signed Grosz (lower right); inscribed Ähnliche Abb. in 'Hedwig Courths-Mahler' von Reimann 1921 and with Nachlass stamp numbered Ly No 119, 2/121/5 (along bottom edge of reverse)
- pen and ink with traces of pencil on paper
- sight: 20 by 12 1/4 in.
- 50.8 by 31 cm.
Provenance
Estate of the artist
E. V. Thaw & Co., New York
Claude Bernard Gallery, New York
E. V. Thaw & Co., New York
Claude Bernard Gallery, New York
Condition
sheet lightly toned, a few pinholes to upper and lower center, small tear to center of upper edge, not examined out of the frame
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
This work will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of works on paper being prepared by Mr. Ralph Jentsch. This work will be accompanied by a photocertificate from Mr. Jentsch dated September 5, 2007.