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Andy Warhol
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Andy Warhol
- 25 cats name[d] sam and one blue pussy (F. & S. IV.52A-68A)
- overall 235 by 155 mm 9 1/4 by 6 1/8 in
The complete book, comprising 18 offset lithographs with hand-coloring, including one for the cover, c. 1954, signed in ink on the colophon and numbered 56, from the edition of 190, inscribed 'Joan' on the cover, bound as issued, the sheets in good condition, the cover with discoloration and light foxing
Condition
The book is in good condition overall. There is pale discoloration (time stain) at the sheet edges. The cover is somewhat browned from age, and there is light foxing. The hand-coloring is slightly faded on the cover.
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
Provenance: Gift of the artist to the present owner