Portfolio

The complete portfolio, comprising eight prints by various artists, each signed and numbered 186/250 (total artist's proofs for each edition do not exceed 43; no artist's proofs exist for the Tinguely), published by The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, 1983, the full sheets, in good condition, seven sheets with creasing in the margins, contained in the original gray cloth-covered portfolio box (8 prints)

The portfolio is in good condition. Imperfections in the individual plates are as follows: 4 prints have remains of prior hinging at the upper sheet edge Francis and Rauschenberg- there are soft horizontal creasing in the lower margins Kelly - there is soft vertical creasing in the left margin Warhol, Hockney and De Saint Phalle - there are three sharp vertical creases extending along the left sheet edges of each, with associated ink cracking Diebenkorn - there is a sharp horizontal crease across the lower margin
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.

Including prints by:  Richard Diebenkorn, Sam Francis, David Hockney, Ellsworth Kelly, Robert Rauschenberg, Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Tinguely, and Andy Warhol