Lot 298
  • 298

David Hockney b. 1937

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • David Hockney
  • FOURTEEN POEMS BY C. P. CAVAFY (S. A. C. 47-59)
  • Each plate: 348 by 221mm; 13 5/8 by 8¾in
  • Each sheet: 460 by 327mm; 18 1/8 by 12 7/8 in
The complete set of 12 etchings and aquatints bound with text, 1966, with title page, text, justification, this copy Edition A, signed and numbered 241/500 (there were 250 in Edition A) and one loose etching (S.A.C. 59), signed and dated in pencil, published by Editions Alecto, London, on Crisbrook, with full margins, in very good condition, bound in lilac cloth covered book (in good condition)

Condition

As catalogued.
"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."