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Jean Dubuffet
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Dubuffet
- Les Défricheurs (W. 364)
- sheet 650 by 500 mm 25 1/2 by 19 5/8 in
Lithograph printed in colors, 1853, the first state (of two), signed in pencil, dated, titled and inscribed 'épreuve H.C.', a proof aside from the numbered edition of 10, on Rives wove paper, the full sheet, printed nearly to the edges on three sides, in good condition apart from a few creases in the corner at upper left, the verso with four skinned areas with associated remains of paper tape
Condition
In good condition as catalogued. The creases at upper left are 3 inches and shorter. Additional handling creases and shorter creases are apparent in the sheet. The verso has four sizeable skinned areas, two with remains of brown paper tape, all from previous hinges.
"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."
"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."